Edward Incurs the Following Moving Expenses: the Employer Reimburses

question 129

Multiple Choice

Edward incurs the following moving expenses: The employer reimburses Edward for the full $10,000.What is the amount to be reported as income by Edward?

• A)$0
• B)$4,000
• C)$6,000
• D)$10,000

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