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Glossary Word Definition: Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT)

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Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT)

A federal income tax calculated on specific tax benefits or preferences, such as interest income received from certain municipal bonds. To ensure that individuals taking advantage of such benefits pay at least a minimum amount of tax, the AMT applies whenever it is greater than a person's taxes calculated without these benefits.