Answer:
$18,750
Explanation:
Given:
Adjusted amount of loss = $90,000
Fair market value = $75,000
Insurance amount received = 95% of fair Market value
Adjusted gross income = $40,000
<u>Computation of business loss: </u>
<u>Particular Amount </u>
Adjusted amount of loss $90,000
Less: Insurance amount received $71,250
<u>($75,000 × 95%) </u>
<u>Business loss $18,750
</u>
Therefore, the current year deduction is $18,750