Jason and Peg are married and file a joint return.Both are over 65 years of age and Jason is blind.Their standard deduction for 2015 is $16,350 ($12,600 + $1,250 + $1,250 + $1,250).

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The standard deduction for married taxpayers filing jointly and both over 65 years of age is $12,600 plus an additional $1,250 each for being over 65 and an additional $1,250 for Jason being blind. Therefore, their total standard deduction for 2015 is $16,350.

Jason and Peg Are Married and File a Joint Return