Andres and Lakeisha Are Married and File Joint

question 69

Multiple Choice

Andres and Lakeisha are married and file joint.Andres is 72 years old and in good health.Lakeisha is 62 years old and blind.What amount of standard deduction can Andres and Lakeisha claim in 2017?

• A) $15,200.
• B) $11,850.
• C) $9,350.
• D) $12,700.
• E) None of the choices are correct.

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