Question

Cooper and Brandy are married and file a joint income tax return with two separate Schedule Cs. Cooper is an independent security specialist who spent $410 on uniforms during the year. His laundry expenses for the uniforms were $82 for this year, plus $62 for altering them. Brandy works as a drill press operator and wears jeans and a work shirt on the job, which cost $160 this year. Her laundry costs were $48 for the work clothes. Brandy is also required by state regulators to wear safety glasses and safety shoes when working, which cost a total of $80.

How much is their total deduction on their Schedule Cs for special clothing and uniforms?

Answer 1

Special clothing and uniform involves only the clothes that are required by work specifics. General clothing such as jeans or work shirt does not belong to this category. Also, the laundry for general clothing is also not covered.

Calculations :

Cooper's uniforms during the year = $410

Cooper's laundry expenses for the uniforms = $82 + $62 for altering = $144

Brandy's safety glasses and safety shows when working = $80

Therefore, the total deduction is

= $410 + $144 + $80

= $634