Paul spent $⁢2,000 to install solar panels and paid $⁢1,500 in state income taxes and $⁢1,000 for child and dependent care. Which expenses are eligible for tax deductions?

State income taxes can generally be deducted on a federal tax return if the taxpayer itemizes deductions. The solar panel expense may qualify for a tax credit rather than a deduction, while child and dependent care expenses may qualify for a credit, not a deduction. Therefore, the eligible deduction listed is state income taxes.

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