7. Deductions. Emily and Paul are married and filed a joint return for 2015. The standard deduction for their filing status is $12,600. They have the follow- ing itemized deductions: Medical bills above the 10% limit Mortgage interest State income taxes Charitable contributions $400 3,500 1,500 250 7. Deductions. Emily and Paul are married and filed a joint return for 2015. The standard deduction for their filing status is $12,600. They have the follow- ing itemized deductions: Medical bills above the 10% limit Mortgage interest State income taxes Charitable contributions $400 3,500 1,500 250