Use the following information to prepare Form 8843. Tao X. Ku came to the U.S. to study on August 1, 2015, under an F-1 visa. His passport number is 4682936 and it was issued by his home country of The Republic of China (Taiwan). His home address is 5466 Elm St., Taipei, Taiwan, China. His address at school is Metro College, 401 Metro St., Summit Hall, Chicago, IL 60000. Tao is attending Metro Community College, 401 Metro Street, Chicago, IL 60000, telephone 312-555-XXXX. His specialized program is nursing and the director is Professor Marri M. Young, also at 401 Metro Street, Chicago, IL 60000, telephone 312-555-XXXX ext. 1267. Tao has not taken steps to apply for permanent residency. Tao had no income, so he is not required to file any other tax forms. After completing the required tax form, review the scenario and resource materials, and answer each of the test questions.

14. On what line should Tao report his most current immigration status? A. Line 1a only B. Line 1b only C. Line 1a and 1b D. Leave blank

15. On line 4b, how many days of exempted presence did Tao have for 2015? A. 153 B. 365 C. 0

16. What sections will Tao need to complete? A. Part III only B. Parts I, II and III C. Parts I and III D. Part I only

17. What is the due date of Tao's Form 8843 for tax year 2015? A. October 17, 2016 B. April 18, 2016 C. December 31, 2016 D. June 15, 2016