Meg and James Rashev were both employed full-time during the year. The Rashevs have four children: Joanne (age 17), Susie (age 14), and Sarah and Kelly (4-year-old twins). The Rashevs employed a nanny to look after their children and paid her $15,000 for the year. In addition, during July, Susie went to overnight camp for two weeks at a cost of $250 per week. The Rashevs' family income is summarized below: Meg James Salary & taxable benefits Employment expenses [sec. 8] Business income: Revenue Expenses Interest income $46,000 (2,800) $50,000 (32,000) 1,500 What is the maximum child care deduction that can be claimed by the Rashevs in the year and who can claim it? 800

Meg and James Rashev were both employed full-time during the year. The Rashevs have four children: Joanne (age 17), Susie (age 14), and Sarah and Kelly (4-year-old twins). The Rashevs employed a nanny to look after their children and paid her $15,000 for the year. In addition, during July, Susie went to overnight camp for two weeks at a cost of $250 per week. The Rashevs' family income is summarized below: Meg James Salary & taxable benefits Employment expenses [sec. 8] Business income: Revenue Expenses Interest income $46,000 (2,800) $50,000 (32,000) 1,500 What is the maximum child care deduction that can be claimed by the Rashevs in the year and who can claim it? 800

FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING

10th Edition

ISBN:9781259964947

Author:Libby

Publisher:Libby

Chapter1: Financial Statements And Business Decisions

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