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On November $1$ of this year, Jaxon borrowed $$32,000$ from Bucksnort Savings and Loan for use in his business. In December, Jaxon paid interest of $$2,880$ relating to the $12-$month period from November of this year through October of next year.

Note: Do not round intermediate calculations. Assume a calendar year end.

b$.$ How much interest, if any, can Jaxon deduct this year if his business uses the accrual method of accounting for tax purposes?

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