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Figuring the Credit (continued)

In this example the taxpayer is filing as Head of Household and has contributed $1,500 to a 401(k). The taxpayer's adjusted gross income is $25,000.

In lines 1 and 2 enter:

  • Traditional and Roth IRA contributions (line 1)

  • Elective deferrals to 401(k) or other qualified employer plan (line 2)

  • Total (line 3)
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Contributions may be shown in Box 12 of the taxpayer's Form W2.

 Form 8880, Lines 1 through 7, filled in as follows: line 1: $0, line 2: $1,500, line 3: $1,500.
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