MaryK4
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Deductions & credits

Yes- for tax year 2021, you can choose to look back two years and use 2019 earned income instead of 2021 earned income for purposes of calculating the earned income credit. This is optional and can be used if the 2019 earnings will increase the amount of credit that can be claimed.

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