JulieR
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Here are the rules for determining if a dependent must file a return. 

If they have:

  • Unearned income over $1,050 

  • Earned income over $12,000 

  • Gross income more than the larger of $1,050, or earned income up to $11,0650 plus $350 

So, yes, given the information you provided she should file a return but she must indicate on her return that someone else will claim her in 2018.  She will provide this information when entering her personal information.  

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