Cherl, a $40-$year$-$old qualified retirement plan participant whose vested plan benefits amount I $$50,000,$ is the victim of domestic abuse in $2024.$ What is the largest domestic abuse distribution she may receive from the plan without becoming liable for a premature distribution tax penalty

a$.$ $$5,000$

b$.$ $$10,000$

c$.$ $$25,000$

d$.$ $$50,000$