Problem:
Jerome is considering making a $30,000 investment in a venture which its promoter promises will generate immediate tax benefits for him. Jerome, who does not anticipate itemizing his deductions, is in the 30% marginal tax bracket. If the investment is of a type that produces a tax credit of 40% of the amount of the expenditure, by how much will Jerome's tax liability decline because of the investment?
a. $-0-.
b. $9,000.
c. $12,000.
d. $30,000.
e. None of the above.