Bob (29) and Carolyn (31) have lived together for te last couple of years. They are not married and do not present themselves as married Carolyn’s daughter. Amy (9) lived with them all year. Amy is not Bob\s daughter. Amy’s father, Ted, is not in her life, but sends Carolyn $100 in child support each month. Bob\s wages were $36,291, Carolyn\s wages were $23,576, and Amy has no income.

Using 20170tax law, who should claim Amy as a dependent?

a. Bob

b. Carolyn

c. Ted

d. Amy should file her own return.

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b Carolyn Because dependent deduction... View the full answer