Alma Is in the Business of Dairy Farming

question 49

Multiple Choice

Alma is in the business of dairy farming. During the year, one of her barns was completely destroyed by fire. The adjusted basis of the barn was $90,000. The fair market value of the barn before the fire was $75,000. The barn was insured for 95% of its fair market value, and Alma recovered this amount under the insurance policy. Alma has adjusted gross income for the year of $40,000 (before considering the casualty) . Determine the amount of loss she can deduct on her tax return for the current year.

• A) $3,750
• B) $14,650
• C) $14,750
• D) $18,750
• E) None of the above

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Definitions:

Efficient Tax System

A tax system that collects required revenue without excessive government borrowing, and does so in a way that does not impede economic growth.

Tax Revenues

The income that is received by the government from taxpayers, including individuals and businesses, to fund public expenditures.

Deadweight Loss

The loss of economic efficiency that can occur when the equilibrium for a good or a service is not achieved or is not achievable.

Marginal Tax Rate

The rate at which your last dollar of income is taxed, indicating the percentage of tax applied to your income for each tax bracket in which you qualify.