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29 February, 21:29

Tom operates an illegal drug-running operation and incurred the following expenses:Salaries $ 75,000Illegal kickbacks 20,000Bribes to border guards 25,000Cost of goods sold 160,000Rent 8,000Interest 10,000Insurance on furniture and fixtures 6,000Utilities and telephone 20,000Which of the following amounts reduces his taxable income?

A.$0.

B.$160,000.

C.$279,000.

D.$324,000.

E. None of the above

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  1. 1 March, 01:09
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    Correct option is B

    $160,000

    Explanation:

    From the question above, Cost of goods sold of $160,000 is treated as a negative item in calculating gross income rather than as a deduction.

    For a drug dealer like Tom, all deductions

    listed above are disallowed.
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