### Question
How does the law define dependent?


### Answer
Under *10 U.S.C. § 1481*, **dependent** is defined as:

> given such term in section 1072(2) of this title.

#### Citation:
  - *10 U.S.C. § 1481*
  - Heading: **Subtitle A-General Military Law     > PART II-PERSONNEL > CHAPTER 75-DEATH BENEFITS**

