It is based on Modified Gross income (MAGI) and not taxable income. Your MAGI (modified adjusted gross income) is your AGI plus certain deductions you must “add back.” These deductions include IRA contributions, student loan interest, one-half of self-employment tax, and qualified tuition expenses,
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