Question - In 2010, Grant's personal residence was damaged by fire. Grant was insured for 90% of his actual loss, and he received the insurance settlement. Grant had adjusted gross income, before considering the casualty item, of $30,000. Pertinent data with respect to the residence follows:
Cost basis: $170,000
Value before casualty: 250,000
Value after casualty: 150,000
What is Grant's allowable casualty loss deduction?
a. $0
b. $6,500
c. $6,900
d. $10,000
e. $80,000