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Simpson, age 45, is a single individual who is employed full-time by Duff Corporation. This year Simpson reports AGI of $69,200 and has incurred the following medical expenses:
| Dentist charges | $ | 1,600 |
| Physician charges | 2,450 | |
| Optical charges | 875 | |
| Cost of eyeglasses | 715 | |
| Hospital charges | 4,350 | |
| Prescription drugs | 575 | |
| Over-the-counter drugs | 820 | |
| Medical insurance premiums (not through an exchange) | 1,200 | |
a. Calculate the amount of medical expenses that will be included with Simpson's itemized deductions after any applicable limitations.
b. Suppose that Simpson was reimbursed for $250 of the physician's charges and $1,200 for the hospital costs. Calculate the amount of medical expenses that will be included with Simpson's itemized deductions after any applicable limitations.