Shelley Is Employed in Texas and Recently Attended a Two-Day

question 60

Multiple Choice

Shelley is employed in Texas and recently attended a two-day business conference at the request of her employer. Shelley spent the entire time at the conference and documented her expenditures (described below) . What amount can Shelley deduct if she is not reimbursed by her employer?

• A) $2,850
• B) $2,740
• C) $1,850 if Shelley's AGI is $50,000
• D) All of these expenses are deductible if Shelley attends a conference in Texas.
• E) None of the expenses are deductible by an employee.

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