Carl, Age 42, Is Married and Has Three Children

Multiple Choice

Carl, age 42, is married and has three children.In preparing to go to his accountant, he determines that he has $63,500 of salary income and $250 in dividends.He contributes $4,000 to a Roth IRA and has $6,800 of itemized deductions.His wife has no income.What is the taxable income on their 2019 joint return?

A) $39,350
B) $35,350
C) $56,950
D) $30,250