Katrina, age 16, is claimed as a dependent by her parents. During 2018, 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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For a dependent, the standard deduction is the greater of $1,050 or earned income plus $350, up to the standard deduction limit for a single filer, which was $12,000 in 2018. Therefore, Katrina's standard deduction is $5,950.

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