Question

and useful tax facts.
helpful hints
filing status. we want you to use the proper filing status as
you go through the instructions and tables. you can file as
single or married filing jointly.
icons. we use icons throughout the booklet to draw your
attention to special information. here are some key icons
image courtesy of the us internal revenue service

this excerpt is from 2010 1040ez instructions (1040ez is used for filing taxes in the us). what should taxpayers do
first if they need to know about possible tax benefits or sources for more information?
∘ they should look for the box with the word tip.
∘ they should call their local irs agent.
∘ they should go online to irs.gov.
∘ they should ask friends or neighbors for advice.

Explanation:

The excerpt is from IRS tax instructions. The "Helpful Hints" mention using icons (including "Tip" boxes) for special info. The other options (calling IRS agent, going to irs.gov, asking friends) aren't indicated as the first step here. The "Tip" box icon is used to draw attention to tax - related info like benefits or sources, so the first step is looking for the "Tip" box.

Answer:

They should look for the box with the word "Tip."