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Simon lost $5,700 gambling this year on a trip to Las Vegas. In addition, he paid $2,220 to his broker for managing his $222,000 portfolio and $1,505 to his accountant for preparing his tax return. In addition, Simon incurred $3,480 in transportation costs commuting back and forth from his home to his employer's office, which were not reimbursed. Calculate the amount of these expenses that Simon is able to deduct (assuming he itemizes his deductions).

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Answer:

12,885

Step-by-step explanation:

5700 lost of gambling

2,220 to his broker

1,505 for his accountant

3,480 for his transportation costs

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