Blaine Greer lives alone. His support comes from the following sources: $$\begin{array} { | l | r | }
\hline \text { Buddy (his son) } & \$ 2,600 \
\hline \text { Ken (his brother) } & 4,200 \
\hline \text { Martha (his daughter) } & 2,300 \
\hline \text { Natalie (a friend) } & 1,000 \
\hline \text { Total support } & \$ 10,100 \
\hline
\end{array}$$ Assuming a multiple support declaration exists, which of the individuals may claim Blaine as a dependent?

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Blaine Greer lives alone. His support comes from the following sources: $$\begin{array} { | l | r | } 
\hline \text { Buddy (his son) } & \$ 2,600 \
\hline \text { Ken (his brother) } & 4,200 \
\hline \text { Martha (his daughter) } & 2,300 \
\hline \text { Natalie (a friend) } & 1,000 \
\hline \text { Total support } & \$ 10,100 \
\hline
\end{array}$$ Assuming a multiple support declaration exists, which of the individuals may claim Blaine as a dependent?

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For a multiple support declaration, a person must provide more than 10% of the support. Buddy, Ken, and Martha each provide more than 10% of Blaine's total support, so any of them can claim him as a dependent.

Blaine Greer Lives Alone Assuming a Multiple Support Declaration Exists, Which of the Individuals