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exemption

(Tax Law)

An amount ($3,200 for 2005) that can be subtracted from income in figuring how much income will be taxed. Exemptions generally are allowed for the taxpayer, the taxpayer's spouse, and dependents.

Source : Internal Revenue Service - United States Department of Treasury

Language : English

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