Solve the Problem $15 \%$ Marginal Rate Affects Income Starting At $\$ 8925$

question 206

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem. Refer to the table if necessary. 2013 Marginal Tax Rates, Standard Deductlons, and Exemptlons**


" Each higher marginal rate begins where the prior one leaves off. For example, for a single person, the $15 \%$ marginal rate affects income starting at $\$ 8925$ , which is where the $10 \%$ rate leaves off, and continuing up to $\$ 36,250$ .
" This table ignores the effects of (i) exemption and deduction phase-outs that apply to high-income taxpayers and (ii) the alternative minimum tax (AMT) that affects many middle-and high-income taxpayers.
-Caitlin is single and earned wages of $32,988. She received $300 in interest from a savings account. She contributed $479 to a tax-deferred retirement plan. She had $530 in itemized deductions from
Charitable contributions. Calculate her gross income.

• A)$32,279
• B)$33,288
• C)$33,767
• D)$32,809

Understand the mechanisms through which stereotypes influence the behavior of both those who are stereotyped and those who hold stereotypical beliefs.

Describe the influence of social interactions on the reinforcement or reduction of stereotypes.

Recognize the implications of stereotype and stigma consciousness on interpersonal relations.

Understand the psychology of prejudice and its manifestations in societal interactions.

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