Debby, age 18, is claimed as a dependent by her mother. During 2018, she earned $1,100 in interest income on a savings account. Debby's standard deduction is $1,450 ($1,100 + $350).

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Even though Debby's earned income is below the standard deduction amount, she cannot claim the standard deduction because she is claimed as a dependent on her mother's tax return. The correct amount of her standard deduction would be $0.

Debby, Age 18, Is Claimed as a Dependent by Her