Paul and Hannah,who Are Married and File a Joint Return,are

question 49

Essay

Paul and Hannah,who are married and file a joint return,are in the process of adopting a child who is born in December 2016.The child,a son,comes to live with them a week after his birth on December 12.The adoption is not finalized until February of 2017.What tax issues are present in this situation?

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Definitions:

Rational Argument

A logical, fact-based discussion aimed at reaching a conclusion or persuading others through reasoning.

Conflict

A situation where two or more parties have opposing ideas, interests, or beliefs, leading to a disagreement.

Managers

Are persons who support the work efforts of other people.

Negotiation

The process of discussing and arriving at a mutual agreement between two or more parties with differing interests.