Arnold Is Married to Sybil, Who Abandoned Him in 2011

question 140

Multiple Choice

Arnold is married to Sybil, who abandoned him in 2011.He has not seen or communicated with her since April of that year.He maintains a household in which their son, Evans, lives.Evans is age 25 and earns over $6,000 each year.For tax year 2012, Arnold's filing status is:

• A)Married, filing jointly.
• B)Head of household.
• C)Married, filing separately.
• D)Surviving spouse.
• E)Single.

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