The taxpayer's spouse died at the beginning of 2017.She has a qualifying child.Which status should the taxpayer select when filing her tax return for 2017?
A)Single.
B)Married Filing Jointly.
C)Head of Household.
D)Qualifying Widow(er).

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For the tax year 2017, the taxpayer can still file as Married Filing Jointly because her spouse died during the tax year. This status allows for certain tax benefits and is often more favorable than filing as Single or Head of Household.

The Taxpayer's Spouse Died at the Beginning of 2017