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posted Jan 25, 2020 11:52:41 AM

Should the amount entered in box 5a on our 1040-SR be equal to the sum of the two box 5's on our social security benefit statement SSA-1099's?: thanks

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Expert Alumni
Jan 27, 2020 3:40:59 PM

Yes, if the two of you received Social Security the number in BOX 5a of your 1040 SR should equal the sum of both BOX 5's on your SSA-1099's.