Question: Harmonica has been a nanny for the Petersons, whose six children range from age 6 to age 3 0 , for over 2 0 years.

Harmonica has been a nanny for the Petersons, whose six children range from age 6 to age 30, for over 20 years.
Harmonica's salary is $50,000 per year and her compensation includes room and board since she is required to be available to assist with the children at all times. Harmonica's twin brother, Hondu, earns $50,000 per year working as a contractor. Hondu's employer typically offers lodging near the building site for $100 per week, but Hondu rarely takes advantage of this offer. Which of the following statements is correct for Harmonica and Hondu?
Since Harmonica is currently taxed on the value of the lodging, her wage replacement ratio in retirement will likely be below 70%.
If Hondu takes advantage of the offer for reduced-cost housing, the value of the cost reduction will be tax free to him.
Harmonica and Hondu both have access to tax-free employer-provided lodging.
Harmonica's wage replacement ratio is likely to be higher than Hondu's.

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