Jake and Christina Are Married and File a Joint Return

question 107

Multiple Choice

Jake and Christina are married and file a joint return for 2014 with taxable income of $100,000 and tax preferences and adjustments of $20,000 for AMT purposes.Their regular tax liability is $16,713.What is the amount of their total tax liability?

• A)$6,859
• B)$9,854
• C)$16,713
• D)$26,567

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