Will (55) and Cheryl (49) are married but have lived apart since March 15, 2017. They have no divorce decree or separate maintenance agreement. Cheryl will not file a joint return with Will. Lynn (15), their daughter, went with Cheryl when she moved out and has lived with her since. Cheryl did sign Form 8332, waiving her right to Lynns exemption for 2017. Together, Will and Cheryl provided more than 50% of Lynns support. Will's wages were $26,000; Cheryls were $27,850; Lynns gross income was $1,325.

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

Single.

Married filing jointly.

Married filing separately.

Head of household.

Qualifying widow(er).

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

1

2

3

4

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

Yes.

No.