Yes, he would answer the question Yes that he was an inmate. There is a question mark in a circle you can select to get more information, which is shown below.
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When any of those scenarios apply to the taxpayer, then make the selection. Income earned as an inmate does not qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit.
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