To determine the value of the veterinarian's liquid assets, we need to identify the assets that can be quickly converted to cash. Typically, liquid assets include investments and items that have a readily determinable market value. In this case, the relevant items are:
1. Investments: \[tex]$34,417
2. Car Value: \$[/tex]44,186
Liquid assets are the sum of these values. Therefore, the calculation is:
[tex]\[
\text{Liquid Assets} = \text{Investments} + \text{Car Value} = \$34,417 + \$44,186 = \$78,603
\][/tex]
Therefore, the value of the veterinarian's liquid assets is [tex]\(\$78,603\)[/tex].