In each of the following cases, certain qualifying education expenses were paid during the tax year for individuals who were the taxpayer, spouse, or dependent. The taxpayer has a tax liability and no other credits. Required: Determine the amount of the American opportunity tax credit (AOTC) and/or the lifetime learning credit that should be taken in each instance. In each of the following cases, certain qualifying education expenses were paid during the tax year for individuals who were the taxpayer, spouse, or dependent. The taxpayer has a tax liability and no other credits. Required: Determine the amount of the American opportunity tax credit (AOTC) and/or the lifetime learning credit that should be taken in each instance