Question

Cheryl is single, has one child (age six), and files as head of household during 2020. Her salary for the year is $19,500. She qualifies for an earned income credit of the following amount. a.$3,584. b.$3,557. c.$3,530. d.$0.

Answer 1

Answer: $3,557

Explanation:

Maximum amount of credit for 2020 is $3,584.

The income credit is calculated by:

= Maximum amount - (Earnings for the year - Minimum phase out range for single person with one child) * phase out percentage.

= 3,584 - (19,500 - 19,330) * 15.98%

= $3,557