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posted Apr 14, 2024 11:32:38 PM

Is my wife my dependent?

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Level 15
Apr 14, 2024 11:34:12 PM

No.  A spouse is never a dependent even if they have no income.  You just file a Joint return.  That's better than claiming a dependent.