R is employed as a painter for Painting-We-R.He lives in Dallas and works on jobs in the surrounding area.
1.R is assigned to a job in Ft. Worth for one week, causing him to commute daily a total of 80 miles, which is 60 miles further than his normal commute. R may deduct the cost of commuting 80 miles.
2.R travels 100 miles to Waco for a two-day job and stays overnight. He may deduct, at least in part, the costs of his own meals while there.
3.R carries a few tools in his light duty truck including paint brushes, paint, a ladder, and the like. Assuming R would drive the truck with or without the tools, he is allowed to deduct the costs of commuting under the IRS view.
Which set of the above statements is true?
A) 1. and 2.
B) 1., 2. and 3.
C) 2.
D) 2. and 3.
E) 3.
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