Individual Income Taxes
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ISBN: 9780357109731
Author: Hoffman
Publisher: CENGAGE LEARNING - CONSIGNMENT
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Chapter 16, Problem 14CE
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Determine the amount and character for Ms. O gain or loss.
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Chapter 16 Solutions
Individual Income Taxes
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