Norma's income for 2018 is $27,000 from part-time work and $9,000 of Social Security benefits. Norma is not married. A portion of her Social Security benefits must be included in her gross income.

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Social Security benefits must be included in gross income if Norma's combined income (defined as her adjusted gross income + nontaxable interest + half of her Social Security benefits) exceeds certain thresholds. For 2018, the threshold is $25,000 for individuals who are not married. Since Norma's combined income is $27,000 + 0.5($9,000) = $31,500, a portion of her Social Security benefits must be included in her gross income.

Norma's Income for 2018 Is $27,000 from Part-Time Work and $9,000