Toby,owner of a Cupcake Shop in New York,is Considering Opening

question 35

Multiple Choice

Toby,owner of a cupcake shop in New York,is considering opening a similar business (i.e.,a cupcake shop) in Phoenix.After spending $4,200 investigating such possibilities in Phoenix,Toby decides against opening the store.What is the maximum amount of deduction for the current year attributable to these expenditures?

• A)$0
• B)$420
• C)$840
• D)$4,200

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