Stephanie and Mitch Are Married and They File a Joint

Stephanie and Mitch are married and they file a joint tax return. Mitch received a slightly higher salary than Stephanie did during the year. Which of the following statements is true?

A) Stephanie and Mitch likely receive a tax marriage benefit.
B) Stephanie and Mitch likely pay no tax marriage penalty nor receive a tax marriage benefit.
C) Stephanie and Mitch likely will pay a tax marriage penalty and receive a tax marriage benefit.
D) Stephanie and Mitch likely pay a tax marriage penalty.