For the year ending December 31, 2018, the RJ Corporation reported book income before taxes of $579,000. During 2018: RJ's book depreciation expense was $25,000 greater than what was allowed for tax purposes due to a reversing difference; RJ accrued $17,750 of warranty expense which is not deductible for tax purposes until 2019; RJ recognized a $29,000 unrealized loss on an investment which is not deductible for tax purposes until the investment is sold; and RJ's book income included municipal bond interest of $19,500. What was RJ Corporation's 2018 income tax expense assuming a tax rate of 40%?

A. $232,500
B. $252,500
C. $215,100
D. $243,800


Answer: B

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