On December 1, 2021, Carlos entered into a lease on a building for use in his business for $1,500 per month. Under the lease terms, Carlos pays 12 months' rent ($18,000) in advance on December 1. How much can Carlos deduct for rent in 2021?

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  1. On December 1, 2021, Carlos entered into a lease on a building for use in his business for $1,500 per month. Under the lease terms, Carlos pays 12 months' rent ($18,000) in advance on December 1. How much can Carlos deduct for rent in 2021?
    a.$13,000
    b.$18,000
    c.$1,000
    d.$12,000 
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