The Primary Goal of the Children's Defense Fund Is To

question 81

Multiple Choice

The primary goal of the Children's Defense Fund is to:

• A) provide legal aid to children who are victims of child abuse.
• B) assist children and families who are disadvantaged due to poverty.
• C) reunite children and parents who have been separated by the court systems.
• D) find funding for research into cures for pediatric cancer.

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Definitions:

Dependent Daughters

This term is not an official tax term but generally refers to daughters who qualify as dependents on someone's tax return due to financial support and other IRS criteria.

AGI

Adjusted Gross Income, which is gross income minus allowable deductions, used to determine taxable income on an individual's federal income tax return.

Modified AGI

Adjusted Gross Income adjusted by adding back certain deductions, often used to determine eligibility for various tax credits and retirement plans.

Qualified Adoption Expenses

Expenses that are necessary for and directly related to the legal adoption of an eligible child, which can include adoption fees, court costs, attorney fees, traveling expenses, and other expenses directly related to the adoption.