Ricardo Is the Marketing Manager and Owns a 40% Interest

question 7

Multiple Choice

Ricardo is the marketing manager and owns a 40% interest in the Fielder Partnership. Fielder's taxable income before considering payments to partners is $80,000. Ricardo withdraws $40,000 for his personal living expenses. How much income must Ricardo report from Fielder?

• A)$32,000
• B)$40,000
• C)$56,000
• D)$72,000

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