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Certification Warm Up Question 3 of 6

Jessica has been raising her son, Jim, alone since her husband died 5 years ago. This year, Jessica earned $25,000. Jim, who lives with Jessica, is single, and does not provide more than half of his own support. He was 19 years old on September 17. Jim is not a full-time student and is not disabled. He worked for a short time at a fast food restaurant and made about $1,800. Jessica and Jim are both U.S. citizens and have SSNs.

Is Jim the qualifying child or qualifying relative of Jessica?

A Jim meets the requirements for being Jessica's qualifying relative.
B Jim is Jessica's qualifying child since he is her son.


Pub 4012, Table 1 and Table 2
Pub 4012, Rules for Claiming a Dependent

Pub 4012, Table 1 and Table 2

Pub 4012, Rules for Claiming a Dependent