Kerri is single and claims two exemptions. Last year she earned $48,800 in wages. Additional tax information for the year is as follows: interest earned: $229; capital gains from sale of stock: $2,650; penalty on early withdrawal of savings: $400; contributions to Keogh retirement fund: $1,500; real estate taxes paid: $4,500; mortgage interest paid: $4,200. Find the taxable income for the year.

a.) $33,479

b.) $44,150

c.) $37,795

d.) $39,912