Erika (Age 67) Was Hospitalized with Injuries from an Auto

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Essay

Erika (age 67) was hospitalized with injuries from an auto accident this year. She incurred the following expenses from the accident: $$\begin{array} { | l | r | } \hline \text { Nursing uniforms } & \$ 1,650 \\\hline \text { Union dues } & 400 \\\hline \text { Professional dues and license } & 800 \\\hline \text { Continuing education courses } & 450 \\\hline\end{array}$$ In addition, Erika's auto was completely destroyed in the accident. She bought the car several years ago for $18,000 and it was worth $4,700 at the time of the accident. What are Erika's itemized deductions this year if she was uninsured and her AGI is $40,000?

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