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Publication 17 - Your Federal Income Tax (For Individuals) - Exemptions for Dependents
Joint Return Test. You generally cannot claim a married person as a dependent if he or she files a joint return....
Publication 17 - Your Federal Income Tax (For Individuals) - Child and Dependent Care Credit
Joint Return Test. Generally, married couples must file a joint return to take the credit. However, if you...
Publication 17 - Your Federal Income Tax (For Individuals) - Part B. Rules If You Have a Qualifying Child
Joint Return Test. To meet this test, the child cannot file a joint return for the year. Example. You supported...
Publication 501 - Exemptions, Standard Deduction, and Filing Information - Exemptions for Dependents
Joint Return Test. You generally cannot claim a married person as a dependent if he or she files a joint return....
Publication 503 - Child and Dependent Care Expenses - Child and Dependent Care Expenses
Joint Return Test. Generally, married couples must file a joint return to take the credit. However, if you...
Publication 596 - Earned Income Credit - Rules If You Have a Qualifying Child
Joint Return Test. To meet this test, the child cannot file a joint return for the year. Exception. An exception...
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