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Module 7: Standard Deduction

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Brian and Sylvia Lyons are married and agree to file a joint return when they file their tax return for the calendar year. Neither Brian nor Sylvia can be claimed as a dependent on another return or is considered legally blind. Brian was born on February 20, 1955. Sylvia was born on April 5, 1964.

Calculate Brian and Sylvia's standard deduction using the Interactive Tax Assistant at IRS.gov, How Much Is My Standard Deduction?

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