Nicole has a weekend home on Pecan Island that she purchased in 2013 for $250,000. Recently, the home was appraised at $260,000. After the appraisal, a hurricane hit Pecan Island, severely damaging Nicole's home. The hurricane was declared a federal disaster. An appraisal placed the value of the home at $140,000 after the hurricane. Because of its prohibitive cost, Nicole had no hurricane insurance. Before any reductions or limitations, Nicole's casualty loss amount is

A. $10,000.
B. $140,000.
C. $120,000.
D. $0.


Answer: C

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