A Taxpayer Places a $50,000 5-Year Recovery Period Asset in Service

Multiple Choice

A taxpayer places a $50,000 5-year recovery period asset in service in 2016. This is the only asset placed in service in 2016. Assuming half-year convention, no election to expense and no income limitation, what is the amount of total cost recovery deduction?​

A) ​$0
B) ​$5,000
C) ​$25,000
D) ​$30,000
E) ​$50,000