Jane, Joseph and John are supporting their father who lives in a separate apartment. Their contribution towards his support is 10%, 35% and 55%, respectively. In a multiple support agreement, who would be entitled to claim the father as a dependent?

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Skyla

8 May, 12:29

Jane, Joseph and John are supporting their father who lives in a separate apartment. Their contribution towards his support is 10%, 35% and 55%, respectively. In a multiple support agreement, who would be entitled to claim the father as a dependent?

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Ellis Clarke · Answer 1

Joseph or John

Explanation:

In order to claim a person as a dependent in order to be eligible for tax benefits, one must contribute with more than 10% of the person's support.

In this case, only Joseph and John contribute with more than 10% and therefore only Joseph or John would be entitled to claim their father as a dependent.