In the current year, Norris, an individual, has $50,000 of ordinary income, a net short-term capital loss (NSTCL) of $10,000, and a net long-term capital gain (NLTCG) of $2,800. From his capital gains and losses, Norris reports:

In the current year, Norris, an individual, has $50,000 of ordinary income, a net short-term capital loss (NSTCL) of $10,000, and a net long-term capital gain (NLTCG) of $2,800. From his capital gains and losses, Norris reports:


A) an offset against ordinary income of $10,000.

B) an offset against ordinary income of $3,000 and an NSTCL carryforward of $7,000.

C) an offset against ordinary income of $2,800 and an NSTCL carryforward of $7,200.

D) an offset against ordinary income of $3,000 and an NSTCL carryforward of $7,200.

E) an offset against ordinary income of $3,000 and an NSTCL carryforward of $4,200.


Answer: E


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