Merle Is a Widow,age 80 and Blind,who Is Claimed as a Dependent

question 10

Multiple Choice

Merle is a widow,age 80 and blind,who is claimed as a dependent by her son.During 2013,she received $4,800 in Social Security benefits,$2,350 in bank interest,and $1,800 in cash dividends from stocks.Merle's taxable income is:

• A)$4,150 - $1,000 - $3,000 = $150.
• B)$4,150 - $3,000 = $1,150.
• C)$4,150 - $1,000 - $1,500 = $1,650.
• D)$8,950 - $1,000 - $3,000 = $4,950.
• E)None of the above.

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