Jessica had the following gains and losses for the year:   Long-term loss = $45,000 Short-term loss = $15,000 Long-term gain = $20,000 Short-term gain = $19,000   How much gain or loss will Jessica deduct on her current tax return? $0 Long-term capital loss of $3,000 Long-term capital loss of $21,000 Short-term capital gain of $4,000; and $25,000 long-term loss

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Jessica had the following gains and losses for the year:

 

  • Long-term loss = $45,000
  • Short-term loss = $15,000
  • Long-term gain = $20,000
  • Short-term gain = $19,000

 

How much gain or loss will Jessica deduct on her current tax return?

$0

Long-term capital loss of $3,000

Long-term capital loss of $21,000

Short-term capital gain of $4,000; and $25,000 long-term loss

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