In: Accounting
Which of the following is not a deduction for AGI?
a. Alimony paid for a divorce finalized in 2018.
b. Business rent on a self-employed business.
c. Property taxes paid on your primary residence.
d. One half of self-employment tax.
Option (C) is the right option.
Explanation :
Choice “c” is correct. Property taxes paid on your primary residence is an itemized deduction, which is a deduction from AGI.
Choice “a” is incorrect. Alimony paid is an adjustment, which is a deduction for AGI.
Choice “b” is incorrect. Business rent on a self-employed business is deductible on Schedule C. This is before the calculation of AGI.
Choice “d” is incorrect. One half of self-employment tax is an adjustment, which is a deduction for AGI.
Option (C) is the right option.