Jarrett Owns a Mountain Chalet That He Purchased in 2008

Multiple Choice

Jarrett owns a mountain chalet that he purchased in 2008 for $175,000.This year,the home appraised at $300,000.Shortly after the appraisal,a severe blizzard hit the area in spring of the current year,destroying trees and severely damaging several homes,including Jarrett's chalet.The blizzard was declared a federal disaster.The chalet's value was reduced to $135,000.Jarrett does not have insurance.Jarrett's AGI is $200,000.Jarrett's deductible loss after limitations is

A) $135,000.
B) $144,900.
C) $164,900.
D) $165,000.