Carey and Corrine Are Married and Have Two Children in College

question 128

Multiple Choice

Carey and Corrine are married and have two children in college. Jason is a sophomore, and Justine is a senior. They pay $2,000 in tuition and fees for Jason, $600 for his books and $3,000 for his room and board. Justine's tuition and fees are $3,000, her book expense is $800, and her room and board expenses are $2,600. Their adjusted gross income is $165,000. What amount can they claim as a tax credit for the higher education expenses she pays?

• A)$-0-
• B)$1,875
• C)$3,450
• D)$4,600
• E)None of the above

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