Read the case on which your assignment is based. Determine all items that will be deducted before the AGI calculation. In a MS Excel spreadsheet, list all deductible items in column A. In column B, determine where that deduction should appear on Form 1040 (for tax year 2017).
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Deductible items |
Appear or Not in Form 1040 |
Educator expenses |
Appears in form 1040 |
Health savings account |
Appears in form 1040 |
Moving expenses |
Appears in form 1040 |
Self-employed retirement plan |
Appears in form 1040 |
Self-employed health insurance |
Appears in form 1040 |
Alimony paid |
Appears in form 1040 |
Contributions to traditional IRA |
Appears in form 1040 |
Student loan interest |
Appears in form 1040 |
Tuition and fees |
Appears in form 1040 |
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