Merle Is a Widow, Age 80 and Blind, Who Is

question 146

Multiple Choice

Merle is a widow, age 80 and blind, who is claimed as a dependent by her son.During 2012, she received $4,800 in Social Security benefits, $2,200 in bank interest, and $1,800 in cash dividends from stocks.Merle's taxable income is:

• A)$4,000 - $950 - $2,900 = $150.
• B)$4,000 - $2,900 = $1,100.
• C)$4,000 - $950 - $1,450 = $1,600.
• D)$8,800 - $950 - $2,900 = $4,950.
• E)None of the above.

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Definitions:

Visual System

The part of the central nervous system that allows organisms to process visual detail, including the eye, optic nerve, and brain regions involved in vision.

Wavelengths

The distance between successive crests of a wave, especially points in sound waves or electromagnetic waves.

Colorblindness

A condition in which individuals are unable to perceive certain colors in the way most people do, resulting from abnormalities in the color sensors in the eyes.

Depth Perception

The ability to perceive objects three dimensionally.