After a business meeting with a prospective client Holly took the client to dinner and the theatre. Holly paid $290 for the meal and $250 for the theatre tickets, amounts that were reasonable under the circumstances. What amount of these expenditures can Holly deduct as a business expense?

After a business meeting with a prospective client Holly took the client to dinner and the theatre. Holly paid $290 for the meal and $250 for the theatre tickets, amounts that were reasonable under the circumstances. What amount of these expenditures can Holly deduct as a business expense?



A. $540


B. $415


C. $270


D. None unless Holly discussed business with the client during the meal and the entertainment.


E. None - the meals and entertainment are not deductible except during travel.


Answer: $270


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