Amelie, a retired physician, is 66 years old. Determine her standard deduction in 2024 under the following scenarios. a. Amelie is married to Roget, age 52, and they file married filing jointly. b. Amelie is not married. c. Amelie is not married and her 10-year-old granddaughter, Emma, lives with her. Amelie supports Emma and claims her as a dependent. Find standard deduction.

Amelie, a retired physician, is 66 years old. Determine her standard deduction in 2024 under the following scenarios. a. Amelie is married to Roget, age 52, and they file married filing jointly. b. Amelie is not married. c. Amelie is not married and her 10-year-old granddaughter, Emma, lives with her. Amelie supports Emma and claims her as a dependent. Find standard deduction.

SWFT Essntl Tax Individ/Bus Entities 2020

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ISBN:9780357391266

Author:Nellen

Publisher:Nellen

Chapter9: Individuals As Taxpayers

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Problem 15P

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