Andres and Lakeisha are married and file joint. Andres is 72 years old and in good health. Lakeisha is 62 years old and blind. What amount of standard deduction can Andres and Lakeisha claim in 2018?
A) $26,600.
B) $27,200.
C) $25,600.
D) $25,300.
E) None of the choices are correct.

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$26,600 = $24,000 + ($1,300 × 2). The married joint standard deduction is increased for $1,300 for each blind and/or taxpayer age 65 by year-end.

Andres and Lakeisha Are Married and File Joint