Holly took a prospective client to dinner, and after agreeing to a business deal, they went to the theater. Holly paid $290 for the meal and $250 for the theatre tickets, amounts that were reasonable under the circumstances. What amount of these expenditures can Holly deduct as a business expense?
A) $540
B) $270
C) $145
D) $125
E) None - the meals and entertainment are not deductible except during travel.

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The cost of entertainment is not deductible ($290 × 50% = $145).

Holly Took a Prospective Client to Dinner, and After Agreeing