FAFSA rules are different from the IRS rules.
You are a dependent of another person if that person is claiming you on their tax return. Dependents can be qualifying children or qualifying relatives.
The Overview of the rules for claiming a dependent are in IRS publication 501 on page 11.
If no one is claiming you on their tax return, you are not a dependent.
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