Nelda Is Married to Chad, Who Abandoned Her in Early

question 78

Multiple Choice

Nelda is married to Chad, who abandoned her in early June of 2017. 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 Nelda's filing status in 2017 is correct?

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

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