Question

Aundria's husband passed away in 2017. Since then, she has maintained a home for herself and her son, Brandon (15). If she does not remarry by December 31, which filing status is most advantageous for her to use on her 2019 return and what is her standard deduction?

Single; $12,200.
Qualifying widow(er); $24,400.
Married filing separately; $12,200.
Head of household; $18,350.

Answer 1

Qualifying widow(er); $24,400.

Step-by-step explanation:

If she has a dependent child and has not remarried until two years after her husband's death, she can file as Qualifying Widow (Widower) with Dependent Child.