Read the following scenario before beginning the assessment. Then complete the two parts below.

Your relatives, Jacob and Taylor Weaver, have asked for your help in completing their tax return, because they know you took an income tax course at Capella. You caution them that while you plan oneventuallybecoming an accountant, you are no expert. You agree to informally assist them with basic information gleaned from the IRS Web site. At least you know how to find information.

John Weaver, Jacob and Taylor's son, is a high school graduate (born 12/2/1998), lives at home, and works part-time at a service station, saving money for college. In 2018, he earned $5,242.00, as reported on his W-2 form. Federal taxes withheld were $940; state taxes withheld were $179.

He does not know his filing status, or if he even has to file a tax return. He is covered by his parents' health insurance. His father thinks he can claim John as a dependent. John has no other income. John's Social Security number is 123-45-6789. His address is 1234 Happy Lane, Happytown, MN 50000.

Part 2: Complete John's tax return.

Download the most appropriate form from IRS.gov and complete a tax return for John.

Analyze official rules, instructions, and tax tables to determine the tax owed.

Analyze official rules, instructions, and tax tables to determine the amount of a refund.

IRS.gov is the homepage for the federal IRS Web site. Use the tabs at the top of the page to navigate the site. The Interactive Tax Assistant and Tax Trails are tools that walk you through a series of questions to find answers to tax questions. Download the appropriate forms and publications from the IRS Web site to complete this assessment.

IRS.gov. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.irs.gov/

IRS. (n.d.). Interactive tax assistant. Retrieved from http://www.irs.gov/uac/Interactive-Tax-Assistant-(ITA)-1

IRS. (n.d.). Tax trails. Retrieved from www.irs.gov/Individuals/Tax-Trails%2d%2d%2dMain-Menu