Jason and Peg are married and file a joint return. Both are over 65 years of age and Jason is blind. Their standard deduction for 2017 is $16,450 ($12,700 + $1,250 + $1,250 + $1,250).

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The standard deduction for 2017 for married couples filing jointly and both over 65 years of age is $12,700 plus an additional $1,250 each for being over 65 and an additional $1,250 for Jason being blind, for a total of $16,450.

Jason and Peg Are Married and File a Joint Return