Robin's parents can claim him as a dependent on their tax return. In 2015, his only source of income was a part-time job as a supermarket clerk where he earned $3,200 during the year. What is Robin's standard deduction?
A) $1,050.
B) $3,550.
C) $3,200.
D)$6,200.

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Since Robin's parents can claim him as a dependent, his standard deduction is limited to the greater of $1,050 or his earned income plus $350, up to a maximum of $6,200 in 2015. Since his earned income was $3,200, his standard deduction would be $3,550, which is greater than the $1,050 minimum. Therefore, Choice B is the correct answer.

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