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Steve (31) is not married. He shared his home all year with his girlfriend, Didi (25), and Didis son, Cotter (3). Cotter is not related

Steve (31) is not married. He shared his home all year with his girlfriend, Didi (25), and Didis son, Cotter (3). Cotter is not related to Steve, and Steve is not in the process of adopting him. Cotter was not placed in the home by a placement agency. Steve provided more than half the cost of maintaining the home and more than 50% support for Didi and Cotter. No local law is being violated. Steves wages were $26,575; Didis gross income was $4,050; Cotters was $0.

What is Steve's correct and most favorable 2017 filing status?

Single.

Married filing jointly.

Married filing separately.

Head of household.

Qualifying widow(er).

What is Steve's greatest number of personal and dependent exemptions allowed for 2017?

1

2

3

4

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

Yes.

No.

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