Asked by Guadalupe Gomes Torres on May 14, 2024

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Generally,the taxpayer may deduct the cost of medical expenses on Schedule A for which of the following?

A) Doctor prescribed birth control pills.
B) Controlled substances like marijuana that are in violation of federal law.
C) Trips for general health improvement.
D) Marriage counseling.

Schedule A

A tax form used for itemizing deductions, such as medical expenses, taxes paid, interest, gifts to charity, and casualty losses.

Medical Expenses

Unreimbursed costs for healthcare services, treatments, or products that may be deductible if they exceed a certain portion of the taxpayer's adjusted gross income.

Birth Control Pills

Medication taken orally to prevent pregnancy, often considered a qualified medical expense for health savings accounts.

  • Assess the deductibility of medical expenses, including their limitations based on adjusted gross income.
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dylan bradshawMay 18, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The cost of doctor prescribed birth control pills can be deducted as a medical expense on Schedule A.

Answer: B
Controlled substances like marijuana that are in violation of federal law cannot be deducted as medical expenses on Schedule A.

Answer: C
Trips for general health improvement cannot be deducted as medical expenses on Schedule A.

Answer: D
Marriage counseling cannot be deducted as a medical expense on Schedule A.