Which of the Following Types of Itemized Deductions Are Included

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following types of itemized deductions are included in the category of miscellaneous expenses that are deductible only if the aggregate amount of such expenses exceeds 2% of the taxpayer's adjusted gross income?

• A)unreimbursed employee business expenses
• B)charitable contributions
• C)medical expenses
• D)home mortgage interest expense

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Definitions:

Allowance Method

An accounting technique that estimates and accounts for bad debts expense, reducing accounts receivable by a predicted amount of uncollectible accounts.

Outstanding Receivables

Amounts due to a company for goods or services that have been delivered or sold but not yet paid by customers.

Allowance for Doubtful Accounts

A contra asset account that reflects the estimated amount of accounts receivable that may not be collectible.

Notes Receivable

Written promises for amounts to be received by a business, usually detailing interest and the due date for repayment.