Fox Corporation reported pretax book income of $5,250,000. During the current year, the reserve for warranties increased by $300,000. In addition, tax depreciation exceeded book depreciation by $400,000. Finally, Fox received $50,400 of tax-exempt interest from municipal bonds. Compute Fox’s current income tax expense or benefit.

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Fox Corporation reported pretax book income of $5,250,000. During the current year, the reserve for warranties increased by $300,000. In addition, tax depreciation exceeded book depreciation by $400,000. Finally, Fox received $50,400 of tax-exempt interest from municipal bonds. Compute Fox’s current income tax expense or benefit. 

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