Helen, age 74 and a widow, is claimed as a dependent by her daughter. For 2020, Helen had income as follows: $2,500 interest on municipal bonds; $3,200 Social Security benefits; $3,000 income from a part-time job; and $2,800 dividends on stock investments.
What is Helen’s taxable income for 2020?
Statement showing Helen's taxable income for 2020
Particulars | Amt $ | Amt $ Taxable | Explanation if any | |
Interest on Muncipal Tax bond | 2500 | 0 | It is exempt as per IRS 2020 | |
Social security benefits | 3200 | 0 | It is exempt as per IRS 2020 | |
Part Time Job Income | 3000 | 3000 | ||
Dividend on Stock Investment | 2800 | 2800 | ||
Total Taxable Income | 5800 | |||
Standard Deduction | 350+5800=6150 or 1100 which is greater | due to dependant status | ||
Tax Payable | NIL |
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