Nikki works for the Shine Company, a retailer of upscale jewelry. How much taxable income does Nikki recognize under the following scenarios?

a.Nikki buys a diamond ring from Shine Company for $13,200 (normal sales price, $18,030; Shine Company's gross profit percentage is 40 percent). What is the taxable income?

b.Nikki receives a 32 percent discount on jewelry restoration services offered by Shine Company. This year, Nikki had Shine Company repair a set of antique earrings (normal repair cost $905; discounted price $615.40). What is the taxable income?