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ie is divorced and 45 years old. In 2017, he had AGI of $55,000. During the year, he incurred and 5) Regg paid the following medical costs Doctor and dentist fees Prescription medicines Medical care insurance premiums Health club fee Crutches for a sprained ankle S 1,950 275 340 600 50 What is Reggies medical expense deduction (after application of the adjusted gross income limitation) for his 2017 tax return? A) $0. B) $2,615. C) $3,215. D) $4,125

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Solution: Answer: A $0. Explanation: Medical deduction is excess of 7.5% of AGI. In this case, 7.5% of AGI-5500017.5% Actual Expenses (1950+275+340+50) Medical expense deduction after AGI limitation 4125 2615 Health club fees is not a medical expense.

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