What amount can Seth claim as an itemized deduction for taxes paid during the current year? a.$9,100 b.$10,000 c.$9,900 d.$8,800 e.None of these choices are correct.

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  1. During the current year, Seth, a self-employed individual, paid the following taxes:

    Federal income tax $15,000
    State income tax $6,500
    Real estate taxes on land in South America (held as an investment) $700
    State sales taxes 300
    Personal property taxes based upon value $1,600
    Federal self-employment tax $ 800

    What amount can Seth claim as an itemized deduction for taxes paid during the current year?
    a.$9,100
    b.$10,000
    c.$9,900
    d.$8,800
    e.None of these choices are correct. 
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