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Filing Status Workout

Filing Status Requirements

Skills Warm Up: Qualifying Surviving Spouse

Question 3 of 3

In 2010, Claudia and her spouse Raymond adopted two-year-old Rachel. Although eligible to file jointly, Claudia and Raymond always filed separately. In October 2021, Claudia's spouse died. She continued to support Rachel and she did not remarry.

Which filing status should Claudia use for 2021?

Qualifying Surviving Spouse
Either Married Filing Jointly or Married Filing Separately
Head of Household
Single


Claudia and Rachel.