Ellie, a CPA, Incurred the Following Deductible Education Expenses to Maintain

question 2018

Essay

Ellie, a CPA, incurred the following deductible education expenses to maintain or improve her skills: a. If Ellie is self- employed, what are the amount of and the nature of the deduction for these expenses?
b. If, instead, Ellie is an employee who is not reimbursed by her employer, what are the amount of and the nat the deduction for these expenses (after limitations)?

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