Questions from General Taxation


Q: On June 5, 2014, Dan purchased and placed in service

On June 5, 2014, Dan purchased and placed in service a 7-year class asset costing $550,000. Determine the maximum deductions that Dan can claim with respect to this asset in 2014 and 2015.

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Q: Ella has $105,000 of losses from a real estate

Ella has $105,000 of losses from a real estate rental activity in which she actively participates. She has other rent income of $25,000 and other passive income of $32,000. Her AGI before considering...

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Q: Wes acquired a mineral interest during the year for $10 million

Wes acquired a mineral interest during the year for $10 million. A geological survey estimated that 250,000 tons of the mineral remained in the deposit. During the year, 80,000 tons were mined, and 45...

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