Lewis,who Is Single,is Claimed as a Dependent on His Parents

question 145

Multiple Choice

Lewis,who is single,is claimed as a dependent on his parents' tax return.He received $2,000 during the year in dividends,which was his only income.What is his standard deduction for 2016?

• A)$1,050
• B)$2,000
• C)$2,350
• D)$6,300

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