Edward has always enjoyed sailing. In 2016, he entered several regattas and managed to win prize money of $1,700. His expenses associated with the regattas exceed $23,000. Which of the following statements is correct?
1. Edward may absolutely not deduct any of these expenses.
2. Edward should only deduct 50% of these expenses.
3. Edward's expenses far exceed his winnings. Therefore, he needn't worry about reporting the winnings on his 2016 income tax return.
4. The fact that Edward derives significant personal enjoyment from the activity may be a factor in determining if all of his expenses are deductible.
2. Union membership as a percentage of the labor force has been falling for half a century. Why do you think union membership has declined? Briefly discuss
3. If the firm maintains a capital structure containing 40?% debt and 60% ?equity, its weighted average cost is?
4. Explain the general rules of agency that govern the actions of agents and their relationship to insureds.