During the current tax year, Anita was entirely supported by her three sons, Dudley, Carlton, and Isidore, who provided support for her in the following percentages: $$\begin{array} { l l }
\text { Dudley } & 8 \text { percent } \
\text { Carlton } & 45 \text { percent } \
\text { Isidore } & 47 \text { percent }
\end{array}$$
Which of the children may be allowed to claim his mother as a dependent, assuming a multiple support agreement exists?

Question

During the current tax year, Anita was entirely supported by her three sons, Dudley, Carlton, and Isidore, who provided support for her in the following percentages: $$\begin{array} { l l } 
\text { Dudley } & 8 \text { percent } \
\text { Carlton } & 45 \text { percent } \
\text { Isidore } & 47 \text { percent }
\end{array}$$ 
Which of the children may be allowed to claim his mother as a dependent, assuming a multiple support agreement exists?

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Carlton and Isidore may be allowed to claim their mother as a dependent under a multiple support agreement because they both provided more than 10% of her support. Dudley, who only contributed 8%, does not meet this threshold.

During the Current Tax Year, Anita Was Entirely Supported by Her