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posted Jun 1, 2019 12:18:52 AM

I'm not sure about one of the questions. "Someone else can claim my spouse as a dependent on their tax return." Is it asking if I'm able to claim her as a dependent or does it mean someone else besides me that can claim her?

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New Member
Jun 1, 2019 12:18:54 AM

Usually you don't claim your spouse as a dependent, instead, you file a joint tax return with a spouse.  The question is asking whether a third person, like a parent, can claim your wife as a dependent.

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New Member
Jun 1, 2019 12:18:54 AM

Usually you don't claim your spouse as a dependent, instead, you file a joint tax return with a spouse.  The question is asking whether a third person, like a parent, can claim your wife as a dependent.