In Each of the Following Independent Cases Determine the Total

question 7

Essay

In each of the following independent cases determine the total number of personal and dependency exemptions Ivan may claim.Assume that Ivan is single,32 years old and any dependency test not mentioned has been met.
a.Ivan provides 80% support of his nephew (age 17),who lives with him.During the year,the nephew has gross income of $4,800 and is a full time student.
b.Ivan and his two brothers each provide 20% of the support of their mother.The mother derives the remainder of her support from Social Security benefits of $9,300.
c.Ivan provides 60% support of his mother,age 69.His mother received dividend income of $3,350 and Social Security benefits of $8,500.

Understand the implications of exercise and expiration for options and warrants, including effects on stock dilution or on the position’s value.

Interpret the role of margins in options trading and identify specific options that may require or exempt traders from posting margins.

Understand the characteristics and behaviors of effective leaders in decision groups.

Recognize the importance of consensus and collaborative efforts in group decision processes.

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