In Addition to Social Security Benefits of $8,000,Mr

question 54

Multiple Choice

In addition to Social Security benefits of $8,000,Mr.and Mrs.Wells have adjusted gross income of $32,000 and tax-exempt interest of $1,000.They will file a joint return.The taxable portion of their Social Security benefits will be

• A)$0.
• B)$2,500.
• C)$4,000.
• D)$8,000.

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