2021 Basic Test Question Check
If you have prepared taxes in the past, please make sure you review the 2021 changes to the tax law on the following BEFORE attempting the test  as there are many changes and they and HUGE!!

**Earned Income Tax Credit See PUB 4012 section I
**Child Tax Credit and Dependent Care Credit  See vitaresources.net CTC & DEPENDENT CARE 2021 tab and your PUB 4012
You can also learn more about changes to these 3 credits & more at vitaresources.net changes tab (or PUB 4491)

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This is a tool to check your answers before you submit online in Link and Learn certification Site. There will be hints if you get the answer incorrect. This is designed to be a learning tool--get something wrong, please review your answer, research and find out why so we don't make mistakes on a real client's return.

If you find an error or disagree, please email me as I am human and could have made a mistake. maryvitataxes@gmail.com
Please note: PUB 4012 is available online https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/p4012.pdf and is referenced here. The Table of Contents is great--click on page number and it will take you to the section wanted--also use <find> to find keywords to help.  
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1. What is the most advantageous filing status allowable that Joe can claim on his tax return for 2021?
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2. Joe can claim a higher standard deduction because he is blind.
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3. Chris and Marcie cannot claim the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) because they are too young and have no qualifying children.
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4. Chris and Marcie must claim the EIP3 of $2,800 as taxable income on their 2021 tax return.
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5. Which of the Reynolds children qualifies for the child tax credit (CTC)?
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6. Archie and Tina will not itemize deductions but can deduct the full amount of their charitable contribution.
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7. The Brooks qualify for the Credit for Other Dependents.
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8. The Brooks qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit
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9. Alan cannot claim the Earned Income Tax Credit because his age is more than the age limit.
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10. Alan must take a required minimum distribution in 2021.
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11. Bobbie can exclude his unemployment compensation on his 2021 tax return
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12. Bobbie is eligible for the following credit:
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13. Bobbie can claim the student loan interest deduction on his tax return
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14. What is the amount of Fred and Wilma’s standard deduction? $________. (ONLY ENTER NUMBERS)
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15. What is Fred and Wilma’s total qualified education expenses used to calculate the American Opportunity Credit? _______________. ONLY ENTER NUMBERS
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16. Fred and Wilma Jones can claim the Credit for Other Dependents.
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17. What is the total amount of federal income tax withholding shown on the Fred Jones’ Form(s) W-2 and 1099?
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18. The taxable amount of Fred’s Social Security is $7,650.00
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19. Which of the following statements are true?
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20. What amount is required to be reported as wages on Sheila’s tax return? ___________ONLY ENTER NUMBERS
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21. Sheila’s most advantageous filing status allowable is
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22. Which child qualifies Shelia for EITC?
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23. Rebecca and John are dependents on Shelia’s tax return
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24. Sheila can prevent having a balance due next year by using the Tax Withholding Estimator at IRS.gov and then adjust her withholding.
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25. Mary’s gambling winnings do not have to be reported on her return.
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26. Mary’s most advantageous filing status is:
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27. Mary is subject to the additional 10% tax on early distributions
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28. Mary qualifies for which of the following credits?
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29. Mary wants to split the refund between her savings and checking accounts. How is this accomplished, if possible?
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30. What amount can Mary claim as an adjustment for the supplies she purchased out of pocket?
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