For each of the following independent cases, indicate the amount of gross income

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For each of the following independent cases, indicate the amount of gross income that should be included on the taxpayer's return. Gross Income 1 Helen enters a radio contest and wins $2,000. $ 2 Professor Deborah wins an award of $10,000 for a book on literature she published 4 years ago. The award was presented in recognition of her past literary achievements. $ 3 Bill is a professional baseball player. Because he has hit 50 home runs this season, he was given a new wrist watch worth $2,500. $ 4 John is an employee of Big Corporation. He is awarded $5,000 for a suggestion to improve the plant layout. $ 5 Martha received a desk clock worth $350 from her employer in recognition of her 15 years of loyal service as an employee. $ For each of the following independent cases, indicate the amount of gross income that should be included on the taxpayer's return. Gross Income 1 Helen enters a radio contest and wins $2,000. $ 2 Professor Deborah wins an award of $10,000 for a book on literature she published 4 years ago. The award was presented in recognition of her past literary achievements. $ 3 Bill is a professional baseball player. Because he has hit 50 home runs this season, he was given a new wrist watch worth $2,500. $ 4 John is an employee of Big Corporation. He is awarded $5,000 for a suggestion to improve the plant layout. $ 5 Martha received a desk clock worth $350 from her employer in recognition of her 15 years of loyal service as an employee. $

Explanation / Answer

Unless there is exemption all the gross income should be included in the taxapayable income for return
1)2000
2)10000
3)2500
4)5000
5)since this a gift it is taxable in hands od employer so it is 0

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