Tyler, a U.S. citizen, is single and studied on an exchange program in Costa Rica during the year. Tyler's parents want to claim a dependency exemption for him. Answer the following questions about Tyler.
- Does Tyler meet the relationship test?
- Does Tyler meet the joint return test?
Sami's parents want to claim a dependency exemption for her. Sami is 18 years old. Sami is married and files a joint return with her husband. Sami's husband is an attorney; he earns $47,500 per year. Since Sami and her husband owe $500 in tax, they will not receive a refund of withheld tax. Answer the following questions about Sami.
- Does Sami meet the relationship test?
- Does Sami meet the test to be a "qualifying child"?
- Can Sami's parents claim a dependency exemption for her?