This year Norma paid $1,200 of real estate taxes on her personal residence. Norma's other itemized deductions (state income taxes) only amount to $3,100. Which of the following is a true statement if Norma files single with one personal exemption?

This year Norma paid $1,200 of real estate taxes on her personal residence. Norma's other itemized deductions (state income taxes) only amount to $3,100. Which of the following is a true statement if Norma files single with one personal exemption?



A. Norma can deduct 4,300 for AGI.


B. Norma can deduct $1,200 even if her standard deduction is $5,950.


C. Norma should deduct $4,300 even if her standard deduction is $5,950.


D. Norma can deduct $3,100 even if her standard deduction is $5,950.


E. Norma should claim the standard deduction.


Answer: E. Norma should claim the standard deduction.


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