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1.
The various income tax filing statuses include _______.
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All of the above. There are several statuses that determine your rate.
2.
What is the name of the United States' tax collection agency?
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The Internal Revenue Service. The Internal Revenue Service is the agency that collects taxes for the United States.
3.
Which saves you more money -- the standard deduction or itemized deductions?
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It depends. For most people, the standard deduction saves more money. But for others, itemized deductions save more. When you do your taxes, you will find out which is better for you.
4.
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.
5.
How do IRAs, 401k plans, health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts help lower your income taxes?
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You get to deduct the money you contribute to them from your income. When you deduct the contributions you make to them, there is less money for you to be taxed on.