Jason and Peg are married and file a joint return.Both are over 65 years of age and Jason is blind.Their standard deduction for 2013 is $15,800 ($12,200 + $1,200 + $1,200 + $1,200).

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This is because the standard deduction for 2013 for married couples filing jointly where both spouses are over 65 years of age or blind is $15,800 ($12,200 base + $1,200 for each spouse over 65 + $1,200 for each spouse who is blind).

Jason and Peg Are Married and File a Joint Return