Andres and Lakeisha Are Married and File Joint

question 88

Multiple Choice

Andres and Lakeisha are married and file joint. Andres is 72 years old and in good health. Lakeisha is 62 years old and blind. What amount of standard deduction can Andres and Lakeisha claim this year?

• A)$15,100.
• B)$13,850.
• C)$9,300.
• D)$12,600.
• E)None of the abovE.$15,100 = $12,600 + ($1,250 × 2).The married joint standard deduction is increased for $1,250 for each blind and/or taxpayer age 65 by year-end.

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