Internal Revenue Service United States Department of the Treasury
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Certification Warm Up: Question 6 of 6

Ray and Brenda are not married but they lived together all year and have two children under 10 years of age. Ray paid all the rent, utilities, groceries, and other household expenses. They agreed that each would claim one child on their individual tax returns.

What are the correct filing statuses for Ray and Brenda's returns?

Ray can file as Head of Household and Brenda must file as Single
They can choose which one files as Head of Household
Both can file as Head of Household
Both must file as Single


Publication 4012, Who Is a Qualifying Person Qualifying You To File as Head of Household?

Publication 4012, Who Is a Qualifying Person Qualifying You To File as Head of Household?