Shelley is employed in Texas and recently attended a two-day business conference at the request of her employer. Shelley spent the entire time at the conference and documented her expenditures (described below). What amount can Shelley deduct if she is not reimbursed by her employer?
A) $2,850
B) $2,740
C) $1,850 if Shelley's AGI is $50,000
D) All of these expenses are deductible if Shelley attends a conference in Texas.
E) None of the expenses are deductible by an employee.

Question

Shelley is employed in Texas and recently attended a two-day business conference at the request of her employer. Shelley spent the entire time at the conference and documented her expenditures (described below). What amount can Shelley deduct if she is not reimbursed by her employer? 
A) $2,850 
B) $2,740 
C) $1,850 if Shelley's AGI is $50,000 
D) All of these expenses are deductible if Shelley attends a conference in Texas. 
E) None of the expenses are deductible by an employee.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Employees cannot deduct business expenses.

Shelley Is Employed in Texas and Recently Attended a Two-Day