Katrina, age 16, is claimed as a dependent by her parents.During 2019, she earned $5,600 as a checker at a grocery store.Her standard deduction is $5,950 ($5,600 earned income + $350).

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The standard deduction for someone who can be claimed as a dependent on someone else's tax return is their earned income plus $350, but not more than the basic standard deduction for an individual who is not a dependent, which was $12,200 for 2019. Therefore, Katrina's standard deduction calculation of $5,600 (earned income) + $350 = $5,950 is correct.

Katrina, Age 16, Is Claimed as a Dependent by Her