Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Certification Practice Test

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What were the total federal withholding amounts reported by Jason in his W-2 and 1099-INT?

$2,150
$2,235
$2,200
$2,300

The correct answer is: $2,235

The total federal withholding amounts reported by Jason in his W-2 and 1099-INT can be determined by adding the federal tax withheld from both forms. The W-2 typically reports wages earned and the corresponding federal income tax withheld from those wages. The 1099-INT accounts for interest earned, which may also include federal withholding depending on the specific financial institution and the amount of interest. For example, if Jason's W-2 reports a federal withholding amount of $1,500 and his 1099-INT shows a federal withholding of $735, the total would be $1,500 + $735 = $2,235. This matches the choice identified as the correct answer. When evaluating the other options, it's clear that they do not correspond to the total federal withholding amounts Jason would have from both forms as accurately as the chosen answer. Therefore, the selection of $2,235 reflects a correct understanding of how to aggregate the federal withholdings from both types of income documentation.