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Gary received significant dividend income during the tax year. How should he report the dividend income if he has ordinary dividend income in excess of $1,500?
On Form 1040, line 3a.
On Form 1040, lines 3a and 3b.
On Schedule B and Form 1040, line 3a.
On Schedule B and Form 1040, line 3b.

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On Schedule B and Form 1040, line 3b.

Explanation: If ordinary dividends exceed $1,500 you must complete Schedule B to list the payers and totals, and report the total ordinary dividends on Form 1040, line 3b (qualified dividends, if any, are reported on line 3a).