KrisD15
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Deductions & credits

I would not just ignore this. 

I would not cash the check and I would get in contact with the IRS to clear this up. 

 

Respond to the IRS letter and search for a tax advocate in your area. 

This does not necessarily sound like a scam, but it does not sound right. 

 

A dependent is not eligible for an Earned Income Tax Credit. 

 

Talk with your daughter to see if she somehow filed an amended return.

 

 IRS Taxpayer Advocate link

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