Questions from Federal Taxation


Q: Carri and Dane, ages 34 and 32, respectively, have

Carri and Dane, ages 34 and 32, respectively, have been married for 11 years, and both are active participants in employer-qualified retirement plans. Their total AG! in 2018 is $192,000, and they ear...

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Q: In 2018, Susan's sole proprietorship earns $300,000 of

In 2018, Susan's sole proprietorship earns $300,000 of self-employment net income (after the deduction for one-half of self-employment tax). Calculate the maximum amount Susan can deduct for contribut...

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Q: Alex, who is single, conducts an activity this year that

Alex, who is single, conducts an activity this year that is classified as a hobby. The activity produces the following revenues and expenses. Without regard to this activity, Alex's AGI is $42,000....

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Q: Larry is the sole proprietor of a trampoline shop. During 2018

Larry is the sole proprietor of a trampoline shop. During 2018, the following transactions occurred. • Unimproved land adjacent to the store was condemned by the city on Febnrary 1. The condemnation p...

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Q: Wesley, who is single, listed his personal residence with a

Wesley, who is single, listed his personal residence with a real estate agent on March 3, 2018, at a price of $390,000. He rejected several offers in the $350,000 range during the sumn1er. Finally, on...

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Q: In 2018, Muhammad purchased a new computer for $16,

In 2018, Muhammad purchased a new computer for $16,000. The computer is used 100% for business. Muhammad did not make a § 179 election with respect to the computer. He does not claim any available add...

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Q: Compute the taxable incon1e for 2018 in each of the following independent

Compute the taxable incon1e for 2018 in each of the following independent situations: a. Drew and Meg, ages 40 and 41, respectively, are married and file a joint return. In addition to four dependent...

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Q: A new client, John Dobson, recently formed John's Premium Steakhouse

A new client, John Dobson, recently formed John's Premium Steakhouse, Inc., to operate a new restaurant. The restaurant will be a first-time business venture for John, who recently retired after 30 ye...

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Q: Rex, age 55, is an officer of Blue Company,

Rex, age 55, is an officer of Blue Company, which provides him with the following nondiscriminatory fringe benefits in 2018. • Hospitalization insurance premiums for Rex and his dependents. The cost...

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Q: Rosa's employer has instituted a flexible benefits progran1. Rosa will use

Rosa's employer has instituted a flexible benefits progran1. Rosa will use the plan to pay for her daughter's dental expenses and other medical expenses that are not covered by health insurance. Rosa...

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