In 2009, Mr. Smith purchased a principal residence for $1,500,000. He made a down payment of $300,000 and financed the remainder by borrowing $1,200,000 through a loan secured by the residence. In 2009, Mr. Smith paid interest that accrued on the indebtedness through that year.

He had no other debt secured by the residence. May he deduct the whole amount of interest which was paid on the home loan?

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