Eugene and Velma Are Married

question 9

Multiple Choice

Eugene and Velma are married.For 2018, Eugene earned $25,000 and Velma earned $30,000.They have decided to file separate returns.They have no deductions for adjusted gross income.Eugene's itemized deductions are $14,200 so he is going to itemize.Velma's itemized deductions are $4,000.Assuming Eugene and Velma do not live in a community property state, what is Velma's taxable income?

• A)$18,000
• B)$14,000
• C)$21,950
• D)$26,000
• E)None of the above

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