Based on his salary, kevin knows that he will have $336.00 withheld from his paycheck for federal income tax. he would like to have approximately $70.00 withheld for state income tax. which of the following withholding options should he choose for state income tax? a. 18% of federal income tax b. 21% of federal income tax c. 25% of federal income tax d. 29% of federal income tax

b. 21% of federal tax

Step-by-step explanation:

70/336 × 100% ≈ 20.83% ≈ 21%

If Kevin is choosing a percentage of federal income tax, then 21% would be the appropriate choice.

Comment on the question

Most withholding forms allow the choice of a percentage or a fixed dollar amount. It might be appropriate for Kevin to choose the amount of $70, rather than a percentage of income or federal tax.

898.1666667

step-by-step explanation:

5389/6 = 898.1666667