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Before you begin: Be sure you are using the correct worksheet. Use this worksheet only if you
answered “No” to Step 5, question 2. Otherwise, use Worksheet B.

Part 1 1. Enter your earned income from Step 5. 1

All Filers Using 2. Look up the amount on line 1 above in the EIC Table (right after
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