Barry Is Age 45 and a Single Taxpayer

question 68

Essay

Barry is age 45 and a single taxpayer. In 2015, he has gross income of $17,000 and itemized deductions of $6,500. If Barry claims one exemption on his 2015 income tax return, calculate the following amounts:
a.His personal exemption amount
b.Barry's taxable income

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