Kent qualified for the earned income credit in 2009. This credit could result in a
a) Refund even if Kent had no tax withheld from wages.
b) Refund only if Kent had tax withheld from wages.
c) Carryback or carryforward for any unused portion.
d) Subtraction from adjusted gross income to arrive at taxable income.
Answer: a) Refund even if Kent had no tax withheld from wages.