In 2012, Sally, age 45, is single and has no dependents. Her earned income is $45,000. Sally”s standard deduction is:
a. Incorrect. $950 applies to a dependent standard deduction.
b. Correct. Since Sally is single, not 65 or older, or blind, her standard deduction amount is $5,950.
c. Incorrect. The standard deduction of $8,700 applies to the head of household filing status.
d. Incorrect. The standard deduction of $11,900 applies to taxpayers who file using the married filing jointly status or the qualifying widow(er) status.