Why is he qualifying child? Ashton is not a child or descendant of child, or sibling or descendant of sibling.

Required information [The following information applies to the questions displayed below.] Lee is 30 years old and single. Lee paid all the costs of maintaining his household for the entire year. Determine Lee's filing status in each of the following alternative situations: a. Lee is Ashton's uncle. Ashton is 15 years old and has gross income of $5,000. Ashton lived in Lee's home from April 1 through the end of the year. Multiple Choice Single Head of household Married filing separately Married filing jointly Explanation a. Head of Household. Ashton is Lee's qualifying child. Consequently, Ashton is a qualifying person for determining head of household status for Lee