Ignacio and Perla Are Married and Both Are Government Employees

question 62

Multiple Choice

Ignacio and Perla are married and both are government employees.They contribute money to various organizations each year and file a joint return.Their adjusted gross income for 2017 is $100,000.They contributed to the following organizations in 2017: -$3,500 to the World Wildlife Foundation
-$10,000 to the Salvation Army
-$2,000 to a local city council candidate
-$11,000 to a breast cancer research hospital
-Donated clothing to Goodwill.(Ignacio purchased the items for $375,but the thrift shop value of the same items at a local second-hand store is equal to $60. )
How much can Ignacio and Perla deduct as charitable contributions for the year 2017?

• A)$26,560.
• B)$26,500.
• C)$25,710.
• D)$24,560.

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