Determine the itemized deduction for the casualty loss


Alicia was involved in an automobile accident. Her car was used 50 percent for business and 50 percent for personal use. The car had originally cost $20,000. At the time of the accident, it was worth $14,000 and Alicia had taken $2,000 of depreciation. After the accident, it was worth $5,000. The car was not insured. If Alicia's AGI is $15,000 (before considering the loss), determine her itemized deduction for the casualty loss.

a. $2,900.

b. $3,350.

c. $7,400.

d. $9,000.

e. None of the above.

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Accounting Basics: Determine the itemized deduction for the casualty loss
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