Madison, who is divorced, files as head of household. She has four dependent minor children, whom she supports. Madison's earned income for the current year is $39,000. In addition, she paid $4,000 alimony to her ex-husband and uses the standard deduction. Madison, who is divorced, files as head of household. She has four dependent minor children, whom she supports. Madison's earned income for the current year is $39,000. In addition, she paid $4,000 alimony to her ex-husband and uses the standard deduction