In January 2019, Sonja deposited $20,000 in a bank in the Bahamas. She earned $500 interest income.

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In January 2019, Sonja deposited $20,000 in a bank in the Bahamas. She earned $500 interest income. She closed the account in December 2019.

a. Is Sonja subject to the FBAR reporting requirement? Explain.

b. Is the interest income taxable in the United States? Explain.

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South-Western Federal Taxation 2020 Comprehensive

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Authors: David M. Maloney, William A. Raabe, James C. Young, Annette Nellen, William H. Hoffman

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