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Can i claim my books if I did not pay for them but my parent isn't claiming them?

 
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Can i claim my books if I did not pay for them but my parent isn't claiming them?

If your parent is eligible to claim you as his/her dependent. only he/she can deduct your educational expenses.

If no one can claim you, and you clam yourself, then you can claim your educational expenses including your books.

See Rules For Claiming Dependents


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Can i claim my books if I did not pay for them but my parent isn't claiming them?

If your parent is eligible to claim you as his/her dependent. only he/she can deduct your educational expenses.

If no one can claim you, and you clam yourself, then you can claim your educational expenses including your books.

See Rules For Claiming Dependents


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