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

question 75

Multiple Choice

Shelley is employed in Texas and recently attended a two-day business conference in New Jersey. Shelley spent the entire time at the conference and documented her expenditures (described below) . What amount can Shelley deduct as an employee business expense (before considering any miscellaneous itemized deduction limitations) ? $$\begin{array} { | l | r | } \hline \text { Airfare to New Jersey } & \$ 2,000 \\\hline \text { Meals } & 220 \\\hline \text { Lodging in New Jersey } & 450 \\\hline \text { Rental car } & 180 \\\hline\end{array}$$

• A) $2,850
• B) $2,740
• C) $1,850 if Shelley's AGI is $50,000
• D) All of these are deductible if Shelley is reimbursed under an accountable plan.
• E) None of the expenses are deductible - only employers can deduct travel expenses.

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