Which of the Following Is a True Statement

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a true statement?

• A) Meals are never deductible as a business expense.
• B) An employer can only deduct half of any meals provided to employees.
• C) The cost of business meals must be reasonable.
• D) A taxpayer can only deduct a meal for a client if business is discussed during the meal.
• E) None of these is true.

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Definitions:

Elderly

Individuals over the age of 65.

Kyphosis

A deformity of the spine characterized by a bent-over position; more commonly called humpback.

Bone Density

A measure of the amount of minerals (mainly calcium and phosphorous) contained in a certain volume of bone, reflecting its strength and risk for fracture.

"Humpback"

A colloquial term for Kyphosis, a condition characterized by an excessive outward curve of the spine, leading to a hunched posture.