GMC is considering launching a new line of hybrid diesel-electric SUVs. The heavy advertising expenses associated with the new SUV launch would generate operating losses of $30 million next year. Without the new SUV, GMC expects to earn pre-tax income of $80 million from operations next year. GMC pays a 30% tax rate on its pre-tax income.
Required:
1. The amount that GMC owes in taxes next year with the launch of the new SUV is closest to __________.

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