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Phillip Developed Hip Problems and Was Unable to Climb the Stairs

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Phillip developed hip problems and was unable to climb the stairs to reach his second-floor bedroom.His physician advised him to add a first-floor bedroom to his home.The cost of constructing the room was $32,000.The increase in the value of the residence as a result of the room addition was determined to be $17,000.In addition, Phillip paid the contractor $5,500 to construct an entrance ramp to his home and $8,500 to widen the hallways to accommodate his wheelchair.Phillip's AGI for the year was $100,000.How much of these expenditures can Phillip deduct as a medical expense?

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