Alain Mire Files a Single Tax Return and Has Adjusted

question 4

Multiple Choice

Alain Mire files a single tax return and has adjusted gross income of $304,000. His net investment income is $53,000. What is the additional tax that Alain will pay on his net investment income for the year?

• A) Zero.
• B) $2,014.
• C) $3,952.
• D) $1,938.
• E) None of the choices are correct.

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Definitions:

Cochlea

A spiral-shaped, fluid-filled inner ear structure that is responsible for converting sound waves into nerve impulses to be sent to the brain.

Cochlear Implant

A medical device that bypasses damaged structures in the inner ear and directly stimulates auditory nerve fibers to provide a sense of sound to individuals who are profoundly deaf or severely hard-of-hearing.

Hair Cells

Sensory cells located in the inner ear that are responsible for translating sound vibrations into electrical signals for hearing.

Proprioceptive Feedback

Sensory information received from muscles and tendons about body position and limb movement.