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Answer:
The deductible expense = $570
Explanation:
First, the question is not complete, the complete question is as follows
Gwen, an independent consultant, traveled to New York City on a business trip. Gwen spent 4 days in business meetings and conferences and then spent 2 days sightseeing in the area. Gwen's plane fare for the trip was $250. Meals cost $160 per day. Hotels and other incidental expenses amounted to $250 per day.Gwen was not reimbursed by her employer for any expenses. Her AGI for the year is $50,000 and she itemizes but has no other miscellaneous itemized deductions. Gwen may deduct (after limitations).
Solution
How much is the plane fare $250
How much was spent on means $640 (160 a day x 4 days)
Subtract: 50% of meal costs ($320) 0.5 x 640
Hotel Expense was $1,000 ($250 x 4 days)
The total is $1,570
Subtract 2% of the AGI $1,000 (0.02 x 50,000)
The final deductible expense $570
This means the amount that Gwen can deduct from the expenses for the trip after the limitations as calculated above is $570
