The Talley Corporation had taxable operating income of $370,000 (i.e., earnings from operating revenues minus all operating costs). Talley also had (1) interest charges of $30,000, (2) dividends received of $25,000, and (3) dividends paid of $30,000. Its federal tax rate was 21% (ignore any possible state corporate taxes). Recall that 50% of dividends received are tax exempt. What is the firm’s taxable income? Round your answer to the nearest dollar.

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The Talley Corporation had taxable operating income of $370,000 (i.e., earnings from operating revenues minus all operating costs). Talley also had (1) interest charges of $30,000, (2) dividends received of $25,000, and (3) dividends paid of $30,000. Its federal tax rate was 21% (ignore any possible state corporate taxes). Recall that 50% of dividends received are tax exempt.

What is the firm’s taxable income? Round your answer to the nearest dollar.

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