Mike sold the following shares of stock in 2024:What are the tax consequences of these transactions, assuming his taxable income is (a) $200,000 and (b) $600,000? Ignore the Medicare tax on net investment income.

Anita, who is divorced, maintains a home in which she and her 16-year-old daughter live. In 2024, Anita provides the majority of the support for her daughter and for a son, age 23, who is enrolled part-time at the university and lives in the dorm. The son also works in the campus bookstore and earns spending money of $5,000. Which of the following statements is correct regarding the number of dependents Anita can claim?

Randy and Sharon are married and have two dependent children. Their 2024 tax and other related information is as follows: a. Total salaries $160,000 b. Bank account interest income 3,500 c. Municipal bond interest income 1,500 d. Value of employer provided medical insurance 12,500 e. Employer paid premiums for $50,000 of group term life insurance 5,500 f. Dividend income from ABC stock 2,000 g. Loan from Randy’s parents 5,000 h. Gift from Randy’s parents 15,000 i. Gain from the sale of qualified small business stock acquired in 2008 18,000 j. Total itemized deductions 30,500 For each item shown, indicate the amount $0 or the amount of taxable income or the deduction.  Also, provide the total taxable income.

Sarah contributes $25,000 to a church. Sarah’s marginal tax rate is 35% while her average tax rate is 25%. After considering her tax savings, Sarah’s contribution costs

The PT initial assessment identifies that Johnny Thompson’s balance deficit is based on musculoskeletal and gait impairments. Mr. Thompson presents with a kyphotic posture and uses a slow, uncoordinated gait pattern. The PTA has decided to work on these underlying issues at different times. For the musculoskeletal impairment identify 2 areas that may be causing his balance deficits and provide 2 treatment interventions that can be used to address these issues. The activities should be specific, targeted and appropriate to the issues.

Gait Impairment: The above patient also has stability deficits. Identify 2 areas that have issues and 2 treatment interventions that could be used to address these issues.

While walking through the kitchen, Mr. Lucky unexpectedly slips on the wet floor. To prevent a fall, he shifts his trunk quickly to remain upright.  Which strategy aids in balance recovery in this situation?

The supervising PT asks the PTA to work on dynamic postural control (controlled mobility) with the patient. Which of the following would not be an appropriate choice for the activity?

List three factors that will determine which balance strategy is activated during a displacement of the body. (PowerPoint slide #29)

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