The Tax Formula for Individuals, Filing Status and Tax Computation, The Standard Deduction (LO 1.3, 1.5, 1.7)

Marco and Tatiana are married and file separate returns for 2022. Tatiana itemizes her deductions on her return. Marco's adjusted gross income was $18,000, his itemized deductions were $2,400. Neither have any dependents.

Table for the standard deduction

Filing StatusStandard DeductionSingle$12,950Married, filing jointly25,900Married, filing separately12,950Head of household19,400Surviving spouse25,900

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Calculate Marco's income tax liability assuming the couple does not live in a community property state.