Harold Brodsky is an electrician employed by a contracting firm. His adjusted gross income is $25,000. During the current year he incurred and paid the following expenses:
|
Use of personal auto for company business (reimbursed by employer for $200) |
$300 |
|
Specialized work clothes |
550 |
|
Union dues |
600 |
|
Cost of income tax preparation |
150 |
|
Preparation of will |
100 |
If Brodsky were to itemize his personal deductions, what amount should he claim as miscellaneous deductible expenses?
- $ 800
- $ 900
- $1,500
- $1,700