Brian is 60 years old,single and legally blind.Brian supports his father,who is 88 years old and blind,by paying the rent and other costs of his father's residence.What is the total standard deduction amount that Brian should claim on his 2013 tax return?

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Brian can claim a standard deduction of $10,450, which includes the standard deduction for a single filer in 2013 ($6,100), an additional amount for being over 65 ($1,500), and an additional amount for being blind ($1,500).

Brian Is 60 Years Old,single and Legally Blind