During the current year, Mr$.$and Mrs$.$North paid the following taxes:

Property taxes on residence

$$1,500$

Assessment for sidewalk construction

$500$

State sales tax on auto used $100\%$ for business

$700$

What amount can the Norths deduct as taxes in calculating itemized deductions for the current year?

A$.$$$2,000$

B$.$$$1,500$

C$.$$$2,200$

D$.$$$2,700$