The Basic Standard Deduction in 2015 for a Taxpayer, 69

question 45

Multiple Choice

The basic standard deduction in 2015 for a taxpayer, 69 and not blind, filing head of household is:

• A) $6,300.
• B) $9,250.
• C) $10,800.
• D)$10,300.

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