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If I am claiming a dependent on this years return do I answer questions from my side and the dependent?

 
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If I am claiming a dependent on this years return do I answer questions from my side and the dependent?

Not sure what you mean by "my side."   You enter a dependent and the dependent's information like date of birth and Social Security number, etc. in My Info and go through the screens to answer questions about the dependent.   After that, all of the questions will be about YOU and your income, etc.

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If I am claiming a dependent on this years return do I answer questions from my side and the dependent?

Which questions?  You are filling out your return so you probably answer as you.  

 

Does you dependent have income?  You don't include their income on your return. It would only go on their return if they are required to file one. To file a separate return for your dependent you need to set up a new account. Online is only good for one return per account. You can use the same email address for 5 accounts. They can probably use the Free Edition. How to start a new online return
https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/using-turbotax/help/how-do-i-start-another-return-in-turbotax-onli...


Be sure on their return they check the box that says they can be claimed on someone else’s return. If their only income is W2 and under 12,400 they do not have to file a return except to get back any withholding taken out.


Filing requirements for a dependent
https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/children-dependents/help/do-i-need-to-file-my-own-taxes-if-i-m-a-d...

 

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