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Problem $8-48($LO $8-1)($Static$)$

In $2024,$ Lisa and Fred, a married couple, had taxable income of $$400,000.$ If they were to file separate tax returns, Lisa would have reported taxable income of $$225,000$ and Fred would have reported taxable income of $$175,000.$ Use Tax Rate Schedule for reference.

What is the couple's marriage penalty or benefit?