On June 1,2015,Ellen turned 65.Ellen has been a widow for five years and has no dependents.Her standard deduction is
A)$4,000.
B)$6,300.
C)$7,850.
D)$12,600.

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Ellen is 65 years old and qualifies for an additional standard deduction for being over 65. In 2015, the standard deduction for a single filer was $6,300, and the additional deduction for being over 65 was $1,550, totaling $7,850.

On June 1,2015,Ellen Turned 65