Leo Spent $6,600 to Construct an Entrance Ramp and to Widen

question 55

Multiple Choice

Leo spent $6,600 to construct an entrance ramp and to widen doorways in his personal residence to make the home accessible for his wife,who is disabled and confined to a wheelchair.The $6,600 expenditure increased the value of the residence by $2,000.How much of the $6,600 is a deductible medical expense (before considering limits based on AGI) ?

• A)$0
• B)$2,000
• C)$4,600
• D)$6,600

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