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

question 94

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) ?

• 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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