In June of year 1, Eric's wife Savannah died. Eric did not remarry during year 1, year 2, or year 3. Eric maintains the household for his dependent daughter Catherine in year 1, year 2, and year 3. Which is the most advantageous filing status for Eric in year 2?
A) Head of household.
B) Qualifying widower.
C) Single.
D) Married filing separately.

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Since he maintains a household for a dependent child and has not remarried as of the end of year 2, Eric can file as a qualifying widower for year 2.

In June of Year 1, Eric's Wife Savannah Died