Jamarcus, a full-time student, earned $3,600 this year from a summer job. He had no other income this year and will have zero federal income tax liability this year. His employer withheld $396 of federal income tax from his summer pay. Is Jamarcus required to file a tax return? Should Jamarcus file a tax return?

• Jamarcus is not required to file an income tax return because his gross income of $3,600 is well below the gross income threshold for a single taxpayer. However, he should file a taxreturn to receive a refund of the $396 previously withheld.

• Jamarcus is required to file an income tax return regardless of income and should file a tax return.

• Jamarcus should compulsorily file a tax return because his gross income of $3,600 is well below the gross income threshold for a single taxpayer.

• Jamarcus is not required to file a tax return as the refund of $396 previously withheld will be automatically credited to his bank account.