17-Sue and Steve are married and file a joint tax return. Sue received a slightly higher salary than Steve did during the year. They both make very high salaries. Which of the following statements is true?

Multiple Choice

• Sue and Steve likely pay no tax marriage penalty nor receive a tax marriage benefit.

• Sue and Steve likely pay a tax marriage penalty.

• Sue and Steve likely receive a tax marriage benefit.

• Sue and Steve likely will pay a tax marriage penalty and receive a tax marriage benefit.