"Take on the Tax Payer Role and understand real life Tax Scenarios" ~Tina the Tax Tutor
Step 1: Select a scenario on the following page.
Step 2: Read the Profile Information about the Tax Payer.
Step 3: Complete the Simulations by answering all questions using the provided scenario, information, forms, and data.
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Make sure you complete all simulations provided and interact with the forms provided. Use your own real life situation or create your own scenario to prepare as you prepare to become a Tax Payer.
Module 12: Refund, Amount Due, and Recordkeeping
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Sim 12: Completing a Tax Return Using Form 1040 to Claim a Dependent
"When you are ready, select a scenario to begin"
~Tina the Tax Tutor
Simulations:
In this simulation, you will take on the role of Jacob Hastings in order to learn how to claim a dependent on Form 1040
Select your scenario:
Jacob HastingsCompleting a Tax Return Using Form 1040 to Claim a Dependent In this simulation, you will take on the role of Jacob Hastings in order to learn how to claim a dependent on Form 1040
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Name: Jacob Hastings Employment: Engineer
Marital Status: Married
Spouse's name (if any): Emily, homemaker
Children: Linda, age 18
U.S. citizen: Yes
Other: Linda is a full-time student in her last year in high school. She lives at home. No one except Linda depends on you and Emily for income or support. No one else can claim you or Emily as dependents.
Linda earned $1,000 during the year. Except for $1,000, you provided all of the support for Linda. You provided all of the costs to maintain the family home.
You are married to Emily. You have a daughter, Linda, who is 18 years old.
You are an engineer. Emily does not work outside of the home. You, Emily, and Linda are U.S. citizens and live in the United States. Linda is a full-time student in her last year in high school. She lives at home.
No one except Linda depends on you and Emily for income or support. No one else can claim you or Emily as dependents.
Linda earned $1,000 during the year. Except for $1,000, you provided all of the support for Linda. You provided all of the costs to maintain the family home. When preparing your return, make choices that result in the lowest tax.
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