Steven operates a landscaping service on the accrual method. In September of this year Steven...

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Steven operates a landscaping service on the accrual method. In September of this year Steven received a payment of $18,000 for 24 months of landscape services ($750 per month commencing on December 1st of this year). When must Steven recognize the income if his accounting methods are selected to minimize income recognition?

A.

$1,500 is recognized in this year, $16,500 next year

B.

$1,500 is recognized this year, $9,000 next year, and $7,500 in the last year of the contract

C.

$18,000 is recognized this year

D.

$9,000 is recognized this year and $9,000 next year

E.

$750 is recognized in this year and $17,250 next year

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In the current year, Wilson (who files as a head of household) reported regular taxable income of $152,000. He itemized his deductions, deducting $18,000 in charitable contributions and $2,000 in state income taxes. What is Wilson's alternative minimum taxable income?

A.

$164,000

B.

$154,000

C.

$152,000

D.

$172,000

E.

$170,000

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