During 2014,Carlos paid the following expenses: Prescription medications $640
Aspirin,vitamins,and cold medicine 165
Hospital and treatment fees 1,050
Health insurance premiums 250
What is the total amount of medical expenses (before considering the limitation based on adjusted gross income)that would enter into the calculation of itemized deductions on Carlos's 2014 income tax return?
A)$ 0.
B)$1,885.
C)$1,940.
D)$2,105.

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Prescription medications, hospital and treatment fees, and health insurance premiums are deductible medical expenses. Aspirin, vitamins, and cold medicine are not deductible. Therefore, the total deductible expenses are $640 + $1,050 + $250 = $1,940.

During 2014,Carlos Paid the Following Expenses: Prescription Medications $640