Mr& MrsBronson Are Both Over 65 Years of Age and Are

question 48

Multiple Choice

Mr.& Mrs.Bronson are both over 65 years of age and are filing a joint return.Their income this year consisted of the following: They did not have any adjustments to income.What amount of Mr.& Mrs.Bronson's social security benefits is taxable this year?

• A)$-0-
• B)$4,500
• C)$10,000
• D)$20,000

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Definitions:

Oxidation Number

A value that represents the total number of electrons that an atom either gains or loses in order to form a chemical bond with another atom.

Cl

Symbol for Chlorine, a reactive, yellow-green gas at room temperature, belonging to the halogen group in the periodic table, with applications in water purification, disinfectants, and bleach.

Elemental Metals

A group of elements that share properties such as high electrical conductivity, malleability, and a shiny appearance.

Redox Reaction

A type of chemical reaction that involves a transfer of electrons between two species.