In 2012,Grant's Personal Residence Was Damaged by Fire

question 69

Multiple Choice

In 2012,Grant's personal residence was damaged by fire.Grant was insured for 90% of his actual loss,and he received the insurance settlement.Grant had adjusted gross income,before considering the casualty item,of $30,000.Pertinent data with respect to the residence follows: What is Grant's allowable casualty loss deduction?

• A) $0.
• B) $6,500.
• C) $6,900.
• D) $10,000.
• E) $80,000.

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