Which of the Following Statements Regarding the Calculation of Taxable

question 66

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding the calculation of taxable income is false?

• A) The first step in the calculation of taxable income is determining the taxpayer's total income.
• B) Adjusted gross income is equal to total income less above-the-line deductions.
• C) Adjusted gross income can be reduced by the greater of the standard deduction or itemized deductions.
• D) Taxpayers are allowed to deduct the greater of itemized deductions or above-the-line deductions in calculating taxable income.

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