John Files a Return as a Single Taxpayer

question 91

Multiple Choice

John files a return as a single taxpayer.In 2012, he had the following items: Determine John's AGI for 2012.

• A)($5,000).
• B)$0.
• C)$45,000.
• D)$51,000.
• E)None of the above.

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Definitions:

Budgeted Net Income

The projected net income for a future period, based on expected revenues and expenses.

Variable Expenses

Expenses directly linked to the volume of output, adjusting in accordance with business activity levels.

Fixed Expenses

Recurring costs that do not vary with the level of production or sales, such as rent, salaries, and insurance.

Degree of Operating Leverage

A financial ratio that measures the sensitivity of a company's operating income to a change in its sales volume, signifying the impact of fixed versus variable costs.