Natalie Is Married to Chad, Who Abandoned Her in Early

question 2

Multiple Choice

Natalie is married to Chad, who abandoned her in early June of 2018. She has not seen or communicated with him since then. She maintains a household in which she and her two dependent children live. Which of the following statements about Natalie's filing status in 2018 is correct?

• A) Natalie can use the rates for single taxpayers.
• B) Natalie can file a joint return with Chad.
• C) Natalie can file as a surviving spouse.
• D) Natalie can file as a head of household.
• E) None of these statements is appropriate.

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