Essay
Determine the amount of the standard deduction for each of the following taxpayers for tax year 2017.
1.Leo and Mary who are under 65 and filing a joint return.They have no dependents.
2.Sergio who is single.
3.Peter who is over 65 and single.
4.Anna who is 38 and filing as head of household with a dependent child.
5.Frank who is 45 and blind and is filing as married filing separately.
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1.$12,700.
2.$6,350.
3.$7,900 ...View Answer
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2.$6,350.
3.$7,900 ...
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