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The Nguyen household includes a 61-year-old worker who earned $175,000 in FICA wages in 2025. In 2026, he wishes to maximize his 401(k) contributions.

What is his maximum allowable elective deferral, including catch-up provisions, and what is the specific tax treatment of the catch-up portion?

  1. $35,750 total; catch-up can be pre-tax
  2. $32,500 total; catch-up must be Roth
  3. $35,750 total; catch-up must be Roth
  4. $32,500 total; catch-up can be pre-tax

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