Andres and Lakeisha are married and file jointly. Andres is 72 years old and in good health. Lakeisha is 62 years old and blind. What amount of standard deduction can Andres and Lakeisha claim in 2020?
A)$27,400
B)$28,100
C)$26,250
D)$26,100
E)None of the choices are correct.

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Andres and Lakeisha are married and filing jointly. Andres is 72 years old and in good health, so he is entitled to the standard deduction of $12,400. Lakeisha is 62 years old and blind, so she is entitled to an additional standard deduction of $1,300. Therefore, Andres and Lakeisha can claim a total standard deduction of $12,400 + $1,300 = $13,700.

Andres and Lakeisha Are Married and File Jointly