Mirtha is 21 years of age and a full-time student living by herself.She had wages of $25,000 for 2017 and provided more than half of her own support.Can Mirtha claim the exemption for herself on her tax return?
A)Mirtha's parents can claim the exemption.
B)Both,Mirtha and her parents can claim the exemption.
C)Yes,Mirtha can claim the exemption.
D)No one can claim the exemption for Mirtha.

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Mirtha meets the requirements to claim the personal exemption for herself as she is over 18, not a dependent of anyone else, and provided more than half of her own support. Therefore, she can claim the exemption on her tax return.

Mirtha Is 21 Years of Age and a Full-Time Student