An owner of anautomobile body shop comes into your office for tax advice. He has beenthinking about updating his antiquated computer system so he purchased aconsumer handbook then he flew to San Francisco to visit the Apple Store toshop for computers for his personal and business use. He wants to deduct thetrip, his food, the book, and the computer he purchased in San Francisco.
How would you advise him regarding thedeductions and expenses he may be able to claim? Make a recommendationregarding how these expenses should be treated to maximize his deductions. Bespecific with your recommendation