In Which, If Any, of the Following Situations May the Individual

question 6

Multiple Choice

In which, if any, of the following situations may the individual not be claimed as a dependent of the taxpayer?

• A)A former spouse who lives with the taxpayer (divorce took place last year).
• B)A stepmother who does not live with the taxpayer.
• C)A married daughter who lives with the taxpayer.
• D)A half brother who does not live with the taxpayer and is a citizen and resident of Costa Rica.
• E)A cousin who lives with the taxpayer.

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Definitions:

Compounded Semiannually

Interest on an investment that is calculated twice a year and added to the principal sum.

Initial Deposit

The first sum of money placed into an account or investment, serving as the starting balance.

Compounded Monthly

A method of calculating interest where the interest earned each month is added to the principal, so that the balance doesn't merely grow, it grows at an increasing rate.

Future Value

The future value of a current asset, calculated by applying an estimated growth rate over a specific period.