The Following Is a List of Annual Advertising Expenses (In

question 18

Multiple Choice

The following is a list of annual advertising expenses (in dollars) for a group of states' mental health centers. $\begin{array} { c c c c } \hline 1500 & 11,000 & 7500 & 800 \\600 & 2350 & 3000 & 3800 \\500 & 6000 & 8000 & 500 \\1750 & 1250 & 50 & 3400 \\9000 & 890 & 1600 & 2200 \\\hline\end{array}$
-What is the median of the advertising expenses (rounded to a whole number) ?

• A)$3284
• B)$3285
• C)$1975
• D)$3241

Identify the types of liabilities and their effects on a partner's basis in the partnership.

Recognize the treatment and implications of guaranteed payments in partnerships.

Understand the impact of nondeductible expenses and nonrecognition items on a partner's basis and partnership's operations.

Know when and how partnership income is considered self-employment income.

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