Jered and Samantha Are Married

question 105

Multiple Choice

Jered and Samantha are married. Their 2014 taxable income is $90,000 before considering their mortgage interest deduction. If the mortgage interest totals $10,000 for 2014, what are the tax savings attributable to their interest deduction?

• A) $ 1,500
• B) $ 2,500
• C) $ 2,800
• D) $ 3,300
• E) $10,000

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