Andres and Lakeisha Are Married and File Joint

question 38

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 in 2018?

• A) $26,600.
• B) $27,200.
• C) $25,600.
• D) $25,300.
• E) None of the choices are correct.

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Definitions:

Blood Pressure (BP)

A measurement indicating the pressure of blood in the arteries, reflecting the force and rate of the heartbeat.

Axilla

The anatomical area under the joint where the arm connects to the shoulder, commonly known as the armpit.

Auscultation

Auscultation is a clinical assessment technique that involves listening to the internal sounds of the body, typically using a stethoscope.

Breath Sounds

The sounds made by air moving through the respiratory system, used in medical assessments to evaluate lung and airway function.