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posted Jun 7, 2019 5:46:34 PM

Is a 8879 form the same as a 1040?

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New Member
Jun 7, 2019 5:46:35 PM

No, 8879 is the e-signature authorization form, and 1040 is the actual tax form.


https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-form-8879

https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-form-1040

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New Member
Jun 7, 2019 5:46:35 PM

No, 8879 is the e-signature authorization form, and 1040 is the actual tax form.


https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-form-8879

https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-form-1040