I received a lump sum social security widow's benefit of 17,209. $2,386. was for benefits for 2017. How do I claim this on my 2018 return

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I received a lump sum social security widow's benefit of 17,209. $2,386. was for benefits for 2017. How do I claim this on my 2018 return

When you enter your SSA-1099 in TurboTax, you will be asked if you 'received a lump sum payment?' and be able to indicate how much was for 2017.

Here's detailed instructions:

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