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For most taxpayers, the standard deduction is based on filing status.
2014 Standard Deduction | |
---|---|
Single | $6,200 |
Head of household | $9,100 |
Married filing jointly | $12,400 |
Qualifying widow(er) with dependent child | $12,400 |
Married filing separately | $6,200 |
Some taxpayers will itemize deductions. When their itemized deductions are greater than the standard deduction, they use the itemized deductions instead of the standard deduction.