Heloise, Age 74 and a Widow, Is Claimed as a Dependent

question 67

Essay

Heloise, age 74 and a widow, is claimed as a dependent by her daughter.For 2012, she had income as follows: $2,500 interest on municipal bonds; $3,200 Social Security benefits; $3,000 income from a part-time job; and $2,800 dividends on stock investments.What is Heloise's taxable income for 2012?

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