Stacy (45) and Kurt (49) are married but have lived apart since March 15, 2019. They have no divorce decree or separate maintenance agreement. Stacy will not file a joint return with Kurt. Vivienne (15), their daughter, went with Stacy when she moved out and has lived with her since. Stacy did sign Form 8332, Release/Revocation of Claim to Exemption for Child by Custodial Parent. Together, Kurt and Stacy provided more than 50% of Vivienne's support. Kurt's wages were $26,000; Stacy's were $29,850; Vivienne's gross income was $1,525.

1) What is Stacy's correct and most favorable 2019 filing status?

Single.

Married filing jointly.

Married filing separately.

Head of household.

Qualifying widow(er).

2) Does Stacy meet the qualifications for claiming the Child Tax Credit/Additional Child Tax Credit or the Other Dependent Credit? Choose the best answer.

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

Stacy is eligible to claim the Other Dependent Credit.

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

3)

Is Stacy eligible to claim and receive the Earned Income Tax Credit?

Yes.

No.