Adrian,an NFL running back,is advised by his physician to install a Jacuzzi in his residence since he is afflicted with a back problem incurred after years of running into linebackers.The cost of installing the Jacuzzi is $6,500.He installs the Jacuzzi in January of 2014,and it increases the value of his residence by $3,500.Disregarding the limitation based on adjusted gross income,how much of the cost of the Jacuzzi may Adrian take into account in determining his medical expense deduction for 2014?
A)$ 3,000.
B)$ 3,500.
C)$ 6,500.
D)$10,000.

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The medical expense deduction is the cost of the Jacuzzi minus the increase in the value of the residence, which is $6,500 - $3,500 = $3,000.

Adrian,an NFL Running Back,is Advised by His Physician to Install