Jerome is recently divorced and has two children that live with his ex-wife.What deductions should Jerome claim on his tax return?
A)Child support payments
B)Spousal support payments
C)Caregiver deduction
D)Child care expenses

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Spousal support payments are deductible for the payer and taxable income for the recipient under U.S. tax law, unlike child support payments, which are not deductible by the payer or taxable to the recipient. Jerome can claim spousal support payments if he makes them according to the divorce agreement. Child care expenses may be deductible, but typically for the custodial parent, which in this scenario is indicated to be the ex-wife. The caregiver deduction does not apply in this context as described.

Jerome Is Recently Divorced and Has Two Children That Live