Abe Architect owns his own architectural consulting firm. During 2021 he incurred the following expenses related to meetings with clients and potential clients: Meal expenses $2,000 Dues to FiveStar Country Club $5,000 Greens fee for playing golf with clients $1,500 Tickets to Super Bowl (face value = $1,000) $3,500 What is the amount of deductible expenses for the current year related to these expenditures?

Group of answer choices

$ 2,000

$ 2,250

$ 3,500

$ 12,000