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Notice code 20
Notice code 20 — The tax reported on Line 14 of Part I did not match the amount reported on Line 3 of Schedule I. Lin…
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What the IRS language says
The tax reported on Line 14 of Part I did not match the amount reported on Line 3 of Schedule I. Line 14 of Part I and Line 3 of Schedule I must match exactly.
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