Miguel, a Widower Whose Wife Died in Year 1, Maintains

question 81

Multiple Choice

Miguel, a widower whose wife died in Year 1, maintains a household for himself and his daughter, who qualifies as his dependent. Miguel did not remarry. What is the most favorable filing status that Miguel qualifies for in Year 3?

• A)Single.
• B)Qualifying widower.
• C)Head of household.
• D)Married filing separately.

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