Erin Owns a Mineral Property That Had a Basis of $10,000

question 44

Multiple Choice

Erin owns a mineral property that had a basis of $10,000 at the beginning of the year.The property qualifies for a 15% depletion rate.Gross income from the property was $120,000 and net income before the percentage depletion deduction was $50,000.What is Erin's tax preference for excess depletion?

• A)$8,000
• B)$10,000.
• C)$18,000.
• D)$0.
• E)None of the above.

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