Question

Tamra and Jacob are married and they file a joint tax return. Tamra received nearly five times the salary that Jacob received. Which of the following statements is true?a.Tamra and Jacob likely pay no tax marriage penalty nor receive a tax marriage benefit.b.Tamra and Jacob likely pay a tax marriage penalty.c.Tamra and Jacob likely receive a tax marriage benefit.d.Tamra and Jacob likely will pay a tax marriage penalty and receive a tax marriage benefit.

Answer 1

Answer:

C)Tamra and Jacob likely receive a tax marriage benefit.

Explanation:

Tamra is considered the primary bread winner in this marriages since her salary is much higher than Jacob's, therefore she contributes the largest portion of household income. Married couple with a primary breadwinner receive a tax marriage benefit, since they can file their taxes together and tax deductions are higher.