Drake and Davina Are Married and File a Joint Return

question 75

Multiple Choice

Drake and Davina are married and file a joint return for 2015 with taxable income of $100,000 and tax preferences and adjustments of $51,000 for AMT purposes.Their regular tax liability is $16,713.What is the amount of their total tax liability?

• A)$17,576
• B)$39,260
• C)$34,289
• D)$16,713

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