Problem 5-33 Casualty and Theft Losses (LO 5.10) Kerry's car is totaled in a tornado that is declared a federal disaster. The car originally cost $18,000, but is worth $7,500 at the time of the accident. Kerry's insurance company gives her a check for $5,000. Kerry has $30,000 of adjusted gross income. How much can Kerry claim as a casualty loss on her tax return? $0 $7,500 $18,000 $30,000

Problem 5-33 Casualty and Theft Losses (LO 5.10) Kerry's car is totaled in a tornado that is declared a federal disaster. The car originally cost $18,000, but is worth $7,500 at the time of the accident. Kerry's insurance company gives her a check for $5,000. Kerry has $30,000 of adjusted gross income. How much can Kerry claim as a casualty loss on her tax return? $0 $7,500 $18,000 $30,000

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