In 2020, David, age 66, had adjusted gross income of $32,000. During the year he paid the following medical expenses: Prescription medicines $200 Doctors $2,500 Medical care insurance $1,400 Over-the-counter hair growth tonic $250 ​ What amount can David deduct as medical expenses (after the adjusted gross income limitation) in calculating his itemized deductions for 2020

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In 2020, David, age 66, had adjusted gross income of $32,000. During the year he paid the following medical expenses:

Prescription medicines

$200

Doctors

$2,500

Medical care insurance

$1,400

Over-the-counter hair growth tonic

$250

What amount can David deduct as medical expenses (after the adjusted gross income limitation) in calculating his itemized deductions for 2020?

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