Question - In 2015, Sheryl is claimed as a dependent on her parents' tax return. Her parents' ordinary income marginal tax rate is 35 percent. Sheryl did not provide more than half her own support. Use Tax Rate Schedule for reference.
What is Sheryl's tax liability for the year in each of the following alternative circumstances?
She received $7,000 from a part-time job. This was her only source of income. She is 16 years old at year-end.