Question

Shaun is a student who has received an academic scholarship to State University. The scholarship paid $14,000 for tuition, $2,500 for fees, and $1,000 for books. In addition, Shaun's dormitory fees of $8,500 were paid by the university when he agreed to counsel freshman on campus living. What amount must Shaun include in his gross income?

Answer 1

Answer:

$ 8500 paid by the university

Explanation:

The dormitory fees are recorded as part of his gross income because it is a payments given to his services rendered which was counseling freshman on campus living. The dormitory fees gotten can be taxed for this reason unlike the scholarships received for tuition, fees, books can be excluded from gross income as they are required for the student courses.