If my parents can claim me as a dependent can I get standard deduction?

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If my parents can claim me as a dependent can I get standard deduction?

You do get the standard deduction of $6300 when you are claimed as a dependent; that lowers the amount you can be taxed on. You do not get the personal exemption of $4050--you parents get that for you.

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