Personal Finance Courses: Taxes

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1.
Which federal program provides health care coverage for all US citizens age 65 or over?
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Medicare. Medicare is paid for in part by taxes on our income.
2.
Which of the following is true regarding tax credits?
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A tax credit reduces the actual tax you owe. Within limits, a dollar of credit reduces your tax by a dollar.
3.
If you had more income tax taken out of your paycheck than you actually owe in taxes, what can you expect to happen?
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You will get a refund. You had too much taken out. When you do your taxes in the spring, you will find out how much you will get back.
4.
The purpose of the W-4 form that you fill out when starting a new job is to determine _______.
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How much should be withheld from your paycheck for federal income taxes. The W-4 helps you and your employer avoid overpaying or underpaying throughout the year.
5.
You can take a tax deduction for some education-related expenses. Which of the following does that include?
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All of the above. All of these expenses qualify.