Norman Traveled to San Francisco for Four Days on Vacation,and

question 117

Multiple Choice

Norman traveled to San Francisco for four days on vacation,and while there spent another two days conducting business for his employer.Norman's plane fare for the trip was $500; meals cost $150 per day; hotels cost $300 per day; and a rental car cost $150 per day that was used for all six days.Norman was not reimbursed by his employer for any expenses.Norman's AGI for the year is $40,000 and he did not have any other miscellaneous itemized deductions.Norman may deduct (after limitations)

• A)$250.
• B)$800.
• C)$1,050.
• D)$1,200.

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Definitions:

MC = ATC

This is the point where Marginal Cost equals Average Total Cost, typically illustrating the most efficient scale of production in the short run.

Perfectly Competitive

A market structure characterized by a large number of small firms, identical products, and free entry and exit, which leads to firms being price takers.

Smartphones

Mobile phones that offer advanced functionalities, including internet connectivity, apps, and touchscreen interface.

MC < ATC

A condition where the marginal cost of producing an additional unit is less than the average total cost, implying the company can lower its average total cost by increasing production.