Filing a 1040EZ Tax Form
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Objective
I can complete a 1040EZ tax form using provided tax documents.
Part 1 of 4
Warm-up video
Intuit TurboTax · 2:50
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Part 2 of 4
Key concepts
3 concepts
- 1
If you are unmarried and using the 1040EZ form, you must use the single filing status, unless you qualify for head of household status.
- 2
When filing a 1040EZ form, the IRS does not allow you to report any dependents.
- 3
The only tax credit you can claim on the 1040EZ form is the earned income tax credit.
Part 3 of 4
Practice
11 questions
What is one major requirement to be able to use the 1040EZ form?
What filing status are you required to use if you are unmarried and using the 1040EZ form?
Part 4 of 4
Exit ticket
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“List three limitations of using the 1040EZ form as discussed in the video.”
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