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Taxable Dependents. A taxable dependent is a person who is eligible to be claimed as a dependent, but still earns an income. Claiming a dependent earns a taxpayer a $3,650 tax exemption, according to the IRS.
Dependent Child Law and Legal Definition. Dependent child refers to a needy child who has been deprived of parental support or care because of the parent's or other responsible person's death, absence from the home, physical or mental incapacity, or unemployment. Example of a State law (Washington) defining dependent child.