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This is correct. The amount in line 7 is capital gain totals. It includes long term and short term. Short term gains are taxed at your marginal tax rate but long term gains are taxed at the long-term gain tax rate. Depending on your income level, it could be from 0%-15%. The tax calculation for long term gains and qualified dividends is on page 2 of the Sch D and you should see a Qualified Dividends and Capital Gains Tax Worksheet in the printed copies of your return. The gain will be on line 7 but the tax calculation is separate than for ordinary income.
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