During 2018, Murray, who is 60 years old and unmarried, provided all of the support of his elderly mother.His mother was a resident of a home for the aged for the entire year and had no income.What is Murray's filing status for 2018, and how many dependents should he report on his tax return?

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Murray qualifies as head of household because he provided more than half the support for his mother, who is a qualifying relative. He can claim his mother as one dependent.

During 2018, Murray, Who Is 60 Years Old and Unmarried