Ernest went to Boston to negotiate several new contracts with clients. His airfare was $400 and he spent $150 per day on lodging, $40 per day on meals, and a total of $60 on cab fare.
I.If Ernest spends 2 days on business and 3 days on personal activities, he can deduct $160 of his airfare.
II.If Ernest spends 3 days on business and 2 days on personal activities, he can deduct $120 of the meal costs.

Question

Ernest went to Boston to negotiate several new contracts with clients. His airfare was $400 and he spent $150 per day on lodging, $40 per day on meals, and a total of $60 on cab fare.
I.If Ernest spends 2 days on business and 3 days on personal activities, he can deduct $160 of his airfare.
II.If Ernest spends 3 days on business and 2 days on personal activities, he can deduct $120 of the meal costs.
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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Ernest's airfare deduction for business purposes should be based on the proportion of business days to total days, not a fixed amount. Similarly, meal costs deductions should also be based on the number of business days, not a fixed amount, making both statements incorrect.

Ernest Went to Boston to Negotiate Several New Contracts with Clients