In 2014, Andrew, a calendar-year taxpayer, purchased business equipment (5-year property) for $175,000. The property was placed in service in January 2014 (and is being used exclusively in Andrew's extremely profitable business). No other personal property is purchased by Andrew in 2014. What is the most that Andrew may deduct in 2014 under Section 179 of the Code (ignore any potential deductions
resulting from bonus deprecation or MACRS)?
a. $2,000,000
b. $175,000
c. $15,000
d. $0