Question

The American Opportunity tax credit:_____. A. is 50% of the first $1,200 of tuition and fees paid and 100% of the next $1,200. B. Is available for 2 years of post-secondary education. C. Is available for qualifying expenses paid on behalf of the taxpayer and his or her spouse, in addition to those paid for dependents. D. Is fully refundable even if the credit exceeds the tax liability.

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Is available for qualifying expenses paid on behalf of the taxpayer and his or her spouse, in addition to those paid for dependents

Explanation:

American Opportunity tax credit was called the HOPE credit. It is available for the first four years of an individual's post secondary school education.

It covers 100% of the first $2,000 cost for tuition, fees, books, and course material.

Items that do not qualify are room and board, transportation cost and personal expenses.

The tax credit is available for qualifying expenses paid on behalf of the taxpayer and his or her spouse, in addition to those paid for dependents.