Discussion Question 4-4 (LO. 1) Regarding Ben's taxable income, complete the paragraph below. Ben lost his job when his employer moved its plant. During the year, he collected unemployment benefits for three months, a total of $1,800. While he was waiting to hear from prospective employers, he painted his house. If Ben had paid someone else to paint his house, the cost would have been $3,000. The cost of the paint Ben used was $800. Ben must recognize of income from the unemployment benefits. His savings from painting his house . This is because the savings included in gross income because it bn amount received from another. income