Question

In 2019, Alex Burgos, who is 24 years old, paid $600 to Rita, his ex-wife, for child support. Under the terms of his 2019 divorce decree, Alex claims as a dependent his 3-year-old son, William, who lived with Rita for the entire year. Alex’s only income in 2019 was from wages of $17,500, resulting in an income tax of $290. How much is Alex’s Earned Income Credit for 2019

Answer 1

The correct answer is : $0

Step-by-step explanation:

In this case, he doesn't have a qualifying child. The reason is that his son doesn't live with him for more than half a tax year. Besides his incomes aren't enough to pay the tax exemption. His liability has to be removed because of his low wages.