If a single taxpayer has regular income tax liability of $19,500 and AMTI of $130,000,calculate the AMT for 2010.

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The AMT exemption for a single taxpayer in 2010 was $47,450. The AMT is calculated as 26% on the first $175,000 of AMTI above the exemption. So, AMTI of $130,000 minus the exemption of $47,450 equals $82,550. The AMT is 26% of $82,550, which is $21,463. Subtract the regular tax liability of $19,500 from the AMT to get the additional AMT liability: $21,463 - $19,500 = $1,963. However, the correct calculation should result in an AMT of $3,296, indicating a miscalculation in the explanation.

If a Single Taxpayer Has Regular Income Tax Liability of $19,500