can i get help in understanding what should be in box 2b on my 1099-R and how do I get the amount that goes in the box?

Box 1 is the total distribution and box 2 is the taxable amount - if there is anything entered. Otherwise, you have to answer the program questions so the program can figure it out.

• You may have contributions in box 5. If so, then box 2 equals box 1 minus box 5.
• You may have rolled it all over where nothing is taxable.
• There are many scenarios where some portion is taxable.