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The Crane Family Recognized the Following Types of Investment Income

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The Crane family recognized the following types of investment income during 20X6: (1) $1,500 qualified dividends, (2) $3,000 long-term capital gains, and (3) $850 taxable interest. Additionally, the Crane family has $500 in investment expenses and their other miscellaneous itemized deductions exceed 2% of their AGI for the year. The Crane family paid $3,333 in investment interest expense during 20X6. What is the best option for the Crane family if they want to maximize their deduction in 20X6 for investment interest expense? Show all possibilities.


Definitions:

Price Elasticity

A measure of the responsiveness of the quantity demanded or supplied of a good or service to a change in its price.

Total Revenue

The total income received by a company from its sales of goods or services, calculated without deducting any costs or expenses.

Price Range

The spread between the highest and lowest selling price of a commodity or service over a certain period of time, reflecting its market volatility or stability.

Elasticity of Demand

A determination of the responsiveness of consumer interest in a good due to price fluctuations.

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