John, 45 Years Old and Unmarried, Contributed $1,000 Monthly in 2019

question 31

Multiple Choice

John, 45 years old and unmarried, contributed $1,000 monthly in 2019 to the support of his parents' household. The parents lived alone and their income for 2019 consisted of $500 from dividends and interest. What is John's filing status and how many dependents should he claim on his 2019 tax return?

• A)Single and no dependents
• B)Head of household and no dependents
• C)Single and 2 dependents
• D)Head of household and 2 dependents
• E)None of these

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Definitions:

Perspective-Taking

The ability to understand a situation or concept from an alternative point of view, including others' thoughts and feelings.

Regulate

To control or maintain the rate or speed of a process or function, often ensuring proper function or compliance with standards.

Self-Esteem

An individual's subjective evaluation of their own worth.

Egocentrism

Putting oneself at the center of things such that one is unable to perceive the world from another person’s point of view. Egocentrism is normal in early childhood, but is a matter of choice, and rather intolerable, in adults.