Amber supports four individuals: Erin,her stepdaughter,who lives with her; Amy,her cousin,who lives in another state; Britney,her friend,who lives legally in Amber's home all year long; and Charlie,her father,who lives in another state.Assume that the dependency requirements other than residence are all met.How many personal and dependency exemptions may Amber claim?

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C)Amber may claim one personal exemption and three (Erin,Britney,Charlie)dependency exemptions.Amy,her cousin,does not qualify because a cousin does not satisfy the relationship criteria and can only qualify as a dependent if she lives in the taxpayer's home all year long.Charlie,as a parent,does not have to live with the taxpayer.

Amber Supports Four Individuals: Erin,her Stepdaughter,who Lives with Her; Amy,her