We can make assumptions, but the IRS does what the IRS wants to do.
You could always e-file without the dependent, and then mail in an amended return claiming the dependent.
That way the original return will process faster, but the amended return will take some time and if you have credits based on that dependent, you might not want to wait on the amended return.
If someone else claimed your dependent, you can't e-file, but the IRS won't "not process" your mailed return.
It will be processed, and then the IRS will notify both you and the other person, ask for details, and make a final judgement.
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