In 2012 Brett and Lashana both 50 years old file a joint tax

In 2012 Brett and Lashana (both 50 years old) file a joint tax return claiming as a dependent their son who is blind. They are not blind. Their standard deduction is Select one: a. 16,100 b. 13,200 c. 12,200 d. 13,700

Solution

Answer: C. 12,200

Standard Deduction is $12,200/- for year 2012 for status married joint return with a dependant son. no extra deduction for blindness.