Basic Scenario 8: Teresa Martin

Using the tax software, complete the tax return, including Form 1040 and all appropriate forms, schedules, or worksheets. Answer the questions following the scenario.
Note: When using the Link and Learn Taxes Practice Lab, complete the Social Security
numbers and employer identification numbers by replacing the Xs with your User ID. In
classroom situations, replace the Xs with the numbers provided by your instructor.

Interview Notes
Teresas husband, Adam died in March 2015. They have two sons, Zack and
Mackenzie. She has not remarried.
Teresa paid more than half of Mackenzies support and all of the cost of keeping up
the home.
Her son, Zack, is permanently and totally disabled. He received disability income
that provided more than half of his own support.
Teresa lost her job on October 20, 2015 and received unemployment income.
She cashed in her 401(k) savings and used the money for household expenses. She
does not qualify for any exception to the additional tax on early distributions.
Her son, Mackenzie, attended after-school care while Teresa worked.
Teresa, Mackenzie, and Zack had health insurance through Teresas employer
through the end of October. They did not enroll in any other coverage until January
2016. Adam was covered until his death.

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