Upon the Recommendation of a Physician, Ed Has a Swimming

question 56

True/False

Upon the recommendation of a physician, Ed has a swimming pool installed at his residence because of a heart condition. If he is allowed to deduct all or part of the cost of the pool, Ed's increase in utility bills due to the operation of the pool qualifies as a medical expense.

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