In the Current Year, Jerry Pays $8,000 to Become a Charter

Multiple Choice

In the current year, Jerry pays $8,000 to become a charter member of Mammoth University's Athletic Council. The membership ensures that Jerry will receive choice seating at all of Mammoth's home basketball games. Also this year, Jerry pays $2,200 (the regular retail price) for season tickets for himself and his wife. For these items, how much qualifies as a charitable contribution?

A) $6,200
B) $6,400
C) $8,000
D) $10,200
E) None of the above