Problem 6-17

Education Tax Credits (LO 6.5)

Jasper is single and a computer software consultant with a college degree. He feels that one of the reasons for his success is that he continually updates his knowledge by taking classes at the local college in various areas related to software design and information technology. This year he spent $2,000 on course tuition and fees.

Assuming Jasper has AGI of $92,000, how much lifetime learning credit can Jasper claim on his

tax return?

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If Jasper were married and supporting a wife who was not working, how much lifetime learning credit can Jasper claim?

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b. Assuming Jasper has AGI of $45,000, how much lifetime learning credit can Jasper claim on his tax return?

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