Shelby Is Working as a Paralegal While Attending Law School

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Shelby is working as a paralegal while attending law school at night. This year she has incurred the following expenses associated with school. $$\begin{array} { l r } \text { Tuition } & \$ 22,700 \\\text { Room and board } & 9,200 \\\text { Books } & 1,600 \\\text { Transportation to work } & 350\end{array}$$ What amount can Shelby deduct as an employee business expense if her modified AGI this year is $25,000?

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