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- What do we mean by deduction?
- What is deducting money?
- Has been deducting meaning?
- What is an example of a deduction?
What do we mean by deduction?
A deduction is an expense that can be subtracted from taxable income to reduce the amount owed. Most taxpayers who take the standard deduction only need to file Form 1040. Taxpayers who itemize deductions must use Schedule A Form 1040 to list all of their allowable deductions.
What is deducting money?
To deduct is to remove or take away some amount. If your boss deducts money from your paycheck because you're always late to work, she subtracts it. When taxes are withheld from your salary, your employer deducts them to pay your contribution.
Has been deducting meaning?
/dɪˈdʌkt/ to take away an amount or part from a total: The player had points deducted (from his score) for arguing with the referee. Addition, subtraction, multiplication & division.
What is an example of a deduction?
Some of the more common deductions include those for mortgage interest, retirement plan contributions, HSA contributions, student loan interest, charitable contributions, medical and dental expenses, gambling losses, and state and local taxes.
