A married couple who files a joint tax return with itemized deductions has incurred $2.500 in other investment expenses and $5,000 in investment interest expense during the year. The couple's income includes salary of 5154,000, interest income of $4,000, and a long-term capital gain of $3,000. What amount can the couple deduct for the year? O a. 7,500 O b. 7,000 O c. 2,500 O d. 4.000 O e. 5,000