Nancy Is Married to Jerry and Needs to Complete Her

question 98

Multiple Choice

Nancy is married to Jerry and needs to complete her tax form. They both earn about the same amount of money each year. What filing status would be best for them?

• A) Single
• B) Married, filing a joint return
• C) Head of household
• D) Qualifying widow or widower
• E) Married, but filing individually

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