Toby,owner of a Cupcake Shop in New York,had Been Considering

question 39

Multiple Choice

Toby,owner of a cupcake shop in New York,had been considering opening a similar business (i.e.,a cupcake shop) in Phoenix.After spending $6,800 investigating such possibilities in Phoenix,Toby decided against opening the store on July 1.What is the maximum amount of deduction for the current year attributable to these expenditures?

• A)$0
• B)$5,000
• C)$5,600
• D)$6,800

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