Which of the Following Can Be Deducted as a Trade

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which of the following can be deducted as a trade or business expense?

• A)Lobbying expenses to influence taxpayers.
• B)Political contribution to elect a local Congressman.
• C)Illegal bribes to government
• D)Rent paid on a office to run an illegal gambling operation.
• E)None of the above can be deducted.

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