In Order to Be a Qualifying Relative of Another, an Individual's

question 113

Multiple Choice

In order to be a qualifying relative of another, an individual's gross income must be less than ________.

• A) the applicable standard deduction amount
• B) the personal and dependency exemption amount
• C) one-half of the individual's support
• D) None of these

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Definitions:

Defamation

A false communication that harms another's reputation, which can be in written form (libel) or spoken form (slander).

Venue

(1) The place where a hearing takes place. Its geographic location is determined by each state’s statutes and based on where the parties live or where the event occurred or the alleged wrong was committed. (2) A legal doctrine relating to the selection of a court with subject-matter and personal jurisdiction that is the most appropriate geographic location for the resolution of the dispute.

Standing

The legal right of a party or an individual to bring a lawsuit by demonstrating to the court sufficient connection to and harm from the law or action challenged (i.e., the plaintiff has to demonstrate that he or she is harmed or will be harmed). Otherwise, the court will dismiss the case, ruling that the plaintiff “lacks standing” to bring the suit.

Sue

To initiate legal proceedings against another party, typically to seek redress for a grievance or enforcement of a right.