Thomas and Sally Were Divorced Last Year

question 91

Multiple Choice

Thomas and Sally were divorced last year.As a result,Thomas must pay Sally alimony of $100,000 per year starting this year and relinquish the house and car with a combined value of $170,000 and a combined cost basis of $155,000.The house and car are given as a property settlement.As a result of these transactions Thomas has a deduction of

• A)$100,000.
• B)$155,000.
• C)$170,000.
• D)$270,000.

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Definitions:

Interneuron

A type of neuron located within the central nervous system that connects sensory and motor neurons, functioning in the transmission of signals between them.

Gray Matter

Regions of the central nervous system containing nerve cell bodies, dendrites, and axon terminals, but not myelinated axons, contributing to processing and regulation of information.

Withdrawal

The act of removing oneself from a substance or activity, often referring to the physiological and psychological effects of ceasing drug use.

Monosynaptic

describes a reflex arc that involves only one synapse between the sensory and motor neurons, allowing for a very fast response.