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ITA and FAQs for Lesson

 Interactive Tax Assistant: How Much is My Standard Deduction?
 Tax Map: Persons not eligible for the standard deduction
 Tax Map: Electing to Itemize
 Tax Topics: Standard Deduction

References

 Publication 4491, Standard Deduction and Tax Computation
 Form 1040, Page 2, Tax and Credits section
 Form 13614-C, Intake/Interview and Quality Review Sheet
 
 Publication 4012, Volunteer Resource Guide, Deductions tab
  • Persons Not Eligible for the Standard Deduction Interview Tips
  • Standard Deduction for Most People
  • Standard Deduction Chart for People 65 or Older or Who Are Blind
  • Basic Information section
  • Schedule A – Itemized Deductions
 Publication 17, Chapter 20, Standard Deduction

Optional

 Publication 501, Standard Deduction chapter