Ms Walter, Age 70, Is Thinking About Going Back to Work

question 346

Multiple Choice

Ms. Walter, age 70, is thinking about going back to work part- time. She knows that the wages may affect the taxability of her Social Security benefits. What is the maximum percentage of Social Security benefits that could become taxable?

• A) 50%
• B) 85%
• C) 0%
• D) 100%

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