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Yes, it needs to be separate from yours. Do not put their income on your income tax return.
Your dependent may file a return if she/he got a W-2 for 2016 and had federal income tax withheld. If she/he files an income tax return, she/he may get a refund.
She/he must file a return if any of the following apply:
Create a new account . Click on How do I start another return in TurboTax Online?
TurboTax Online has a Free version she/he may be able to use.
If she/he chooses to complete an income tax return, it is important that she/he choose the following options:
To enter the W-2:
For additional
information, see IRS Publication 17 Chapter
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