Personal Taxes in the U - Colby College

As discussed above, Paula can elect to deduct the greater of the amount she paid in state income taxes or the amount of her sales tax deduction. In determining the allowable amount of her sales tax deduction, Paula would take the greater of the actual amount paid in sales tax $2,068 ($468 + $1,600) or the $1,900 she paid in state income taxes. ................
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