Ben, Age 67, and Karla, Age 58, Have Two Children

question 119

Multiple Choice

Ben, age 67, and Karla, age 58, have two children who live with them and for whom they provide total support. Their daughter is 21 years old, blind, is not a full- time student and has no income. Her twin brother is 21 years old, has good sight, is a full- time student and has income of $4,800. Which of the following statements is correct regarding Ben and Karla's ability to claim the twins as dependents?

• A) The couple can only claim the son as a dependent.
• B) The couple can only claim the daughter as a dependent.
• C) The couple can claim both twins as dependents.
• D) The couple cannot claim either twin as a dependent.

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