Jerry and Ann Paid the Following Amounts During the Current

question 87

Multiple Choice

Jerry and Ann paid the following amounts during the current year: $$\begin{array} { l l } \text { Interest on automobile loan } & \$ 1,500 \\\text { Interest on bank loan (proceeds were used to purchase municipal bonds) } & \$ 5,000 \\\text { Qualified home mortgage interest } & \$ 3,150\end{array}$$ What is the maximum amount they can use as interest expense in calculating itemized deductions for the current year?

• A)$6,500
• B)$3,150
• C)$4,650
• D)$8,150
• E)None of the above

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