10. Benefits of traditional and Roth 401(k) plans Traditional 401(k) versus Roth 401(k) Simone has decided to contribute to a savings program. She can open a traditional 401(k) or a Roth 401(k) and has determined that she can afford a $14,400 contribution. Simone's salary is $106,500 per year, and she is in the 32% tax bracket. If Simone decides to go with a traditional 401(k), her contribution amount will be $ And the amount offset via a reduced tax bill will be $ If, instead, Simone decides to go with a Roth 401(k), her contribution amount will be $ And the amount offset via a reduced tax bill will be Assuming all the same facts, suppose that Simone decides to open both 401(k) plans, splitting what she can afford to contribute equally between both plans. Under this scenario, Simone's contribution amount will be $ And the amount offset via a reduced tax bill will be When Simone retires, which plan's monies will she be able to exclude from taxable income? 10. Benefits of traditional and Roth 401(k) plans Traditional 401(k) versus Roth 401(k) Simone has decided to contribute to a savings program. She can open a traditional 401(k) or a Roth 401(k) and has determined that she can afford a $14,400 contribution. Simone's salary is $106,500 per year, and she is in the 32% tax bracket. If Simone decides to go with a traditional 401(k), her contribution amount will be $ And the amount offset via a reduced tax bill will be $ If, instead, Simone decides to go with a Roth 401(k), her contribution amount will be $ And the amount offset via a reduced tax bill will be Assuming all the same facts, suppose that Simone decides to open both 401(k) plans, splitting what she can afford to contribute equally between both plans. Under this scenario, Simone's contribution amount will be $ And the amount offset via a reduced tax bill will be When Simone retires, which plan's monies will she be able to exclude from taxable income