8. Agnes operates a Christmas shop in Atlantic City, NJ. She makes a weekend trip to Vero Beach, FL, for the purpose of determining the feasibility of opening another shop. Her travel expenses are $2,000 (includes $500 for meals). In addition, she pays $5,000 to a market research firm in Vero Beach to prepare a feasibility study. Determine the amount of the expenses that Agnes can deduct if:

1. She opens a new shop in Vero Beach.

2. She decides not to open a new shop in Vero Beach.

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