Eugene and Velma Are Married

question 83

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 and Velma's are $4,000.Assuming Eugene and Velma do not live in a community property state and Eugene deducts the greater of the standard deduction or itemized deductions, what is Eugene's taxable income?

• A)$10,800
• B)$18,000
• C)$1,000
• D)$21,000
• E)None of the above

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Definitions:

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A condition characterized by deriving sexual pleasure and excitement from undergoing pain, degradation, or humiliation.

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