Tom and Anita Are Married, File a Joint Return with an AGI

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Essay

Tom and Anita are married, file a joint return with an AGI of $165,000, and have one dependent child, Tim, who is a first-time freshman in college. The following expenses are incurred and paid in 2015: What is the maximum education credit allowed to Tom and Anita?

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Definitions:

Vicious Cycle

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Negative Self-concept

The perception or image a person has of themselves that is generally characterized by lack of confidence and feelings of inadequacy or undesirability.

External Locus

The belief that one's successes or failures result from external factors beyond their control, rather than one's own efforts.

Conditional Positive Regard

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