Using energy drinks is a popular practice among college students for a variety of situations. Although for the majority of situations assessed, users consumed one energy drink with a reported frequency of 1 â 4 days per month, many users consumed three or more when combining with alcohol while partying.
You can take an exemption deduction for yourself, your spouse and each dependent you claim. On 2014 returns due April 15, 2015, this exemption amount is $3,950 per person, $50 more than in 2013. For 2015 planning purposes, the exemption amount goes up another $50 to $4,000.
The standard deduction for the 2013 tax year -- whose return gets filed on April 15, 2014 -- is $6,100. You might be limited as to how much you can claim against money you make from investments if your parents can claim you as a dependent on their taxes, though.