An asset other than a passenger automobile is placed in service on May 15, 2012 and has a depreciable basis of $32,000. The asset is in the 7-year recovery class. What is the maximum depreciation deduction that may be claimed for 2012, excluding the election to expense and bonus depreciation?
Select one:
a. None of the above
b. $2,286
c. $2,960
d. $32,000
e. $4,573