How can I get earned income credit if I don't have a dependent?

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Claiming EITC Without a Qualifying Child

You can claim the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) if you don’t claim a qualifying child for the EITC. But, you, or your spouse if you file a joint return, must have worked for someone, or run or own a business or farm AND earned less than $20,430 during 2016.

https://www.irs.gov/credits-deductions/individuals/earned-income-tax-credit/claiming-eitc-without-a-...