Stephanie and Mitch Are Married and They File a Joint

question 62

Multiple Choice

Stephanie and Mitch are married and they file a joint tax return.Mitch received a slightly higher salary than Stephanie did during the year.Which of the following statements is true?

• A) Stephanie and Mitch likely pay no tax marriage penalty nor receive a tax marriage benefit.
• B) Stephanie and Mitch likely pay a tax marriage penalty.
• C) Stephanie and Mitch likely receive a tax marriage benefit.
• D) Stephanie and Mitch likely will pay a tax marriage penalty and receive a tax marriage benefit.

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