As of the beginning of Year 3, Wolf, Inc. has a written accounting policy to expense amounts paid for tangible property costing up to $8,000. Wolf also has an applicable financial statement for the year. During Year 3, Wolf pays $12,000 for three pieces of office furniture that cost $4,000 each and have an economic life of 5 years. Under the de minimis rule, how much can Wolf deduct for tax purposes in Year 3?

A. $0
B. $1,500
C. $4,000
D. $12,000

Respuesta :

Answer:

D.

Can expense if:

1. each purchase < 5,000, not written policy of max deduction

2. written policy of :

economic life < 12 months

OR

purchase under certain amount*

*NOTE: can exceed 5000

Explanation: