Paul, age 62, suffers from emphysema and severe allergies and, upon the recommendation of his physician, has a dust elimination system installed in his personal residence. In connection with the system, Paul incurs and pays the following amounts in 2013:
| Doctor and hospital bills |
$2,500 |
| Dust elimination system |
10,000 |
| Increase in utility bills due to the system |
450 |
| Cost of certified appraisal |
300 |
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In addition, Paul pays $750 for prescribed medicines.
The system has an estimated useful life of 20 years. The appraisal was to determine the value of Paul's residence with and without the system. The appraisal states that his residence was worth $350,000 before the system was installed and $356,000 after the installation. Paul's AGI for the year was $50,000.
A.What is the total of his medical expenses for 2013?
B.What is his medical expense deduction for 2013?