Jose (29) is not married. He shared his home all year with his unmarried girlfriend, Miranda (25), and Mirandas son, Alex (3). They are all U.S. citizens and have valid social security numbers. Alex is not related to Jose. Jose provided more than half the cost of maintaining the home, and he provided more than 50% support for Miranda and Alex. Joses wages were $26,685; Mirandas gross income was $4,390; Alexs was $0. Jose did not have any foreign or investment income. Miranda will claim Alex on her tax return if she qualifies to claim him. Jose would like to claim Miranda and Alex if he qualifies to do so.

Question 1

What is Jose's correct and most favorable 2020 filing status?

Single.

Married filing jointly.

Married filing separately.

Head of household.

Qualifying widow(er).

Question 2

What is Miranda's dependency status for Jose?

Qualifying Child Dependent.

Qualifying Relative Dependent.

She is not a dependent of Jos

Question 3

What is Alex's dependency status for Jose?

Qualifying Child Dependent.

Qualifying Relative Dependent.

He is not a dependent of Jose.

Question 4

Is Jose eligible to claim the Child Tax Credit (CTC) and Additional Child Tax Credit (if the CTC is limited), or the Other Dependent Credit for any potential dependent? Choose the best response.

Jose is eligible to claim the Child Tax Credit/Additional Child Tax Credit.

Jose is eligible to claim the Other Dependent Credit.

Jose may claim both the Child Tax Credit and the Other Dependent Credit.

Jose is not eligible to claim the Child Tax Credit/Additional Child Tax Credit or the Other Dependent Credit.

Question5

Is Jose eligible to claim and receive the Earned Income Credit?

Yes

No