Darrell (46) is unmarried. His mother, Marlene (81), lives in a nursing home. Darrell pays the entire cost of the nursing home and more than 50% of Marlene's total support. Darrell's wages were $77,000; Marlene's income consisted of $1,800 taxable interest and $9,600 social security benefits. What is Darrell's correct and most favorable 2019 filing status

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Darrell (46) is unmarried. His mother, Marlene (81), lives in a nursing home. Darrell pays the entire cost of the nursing home and more than 50% of Marlene's total support. Darrell's wages were $77,000; Marlene's income consisted of $1,800 taxable interest and $9,600 social security benefits.

What is Darrell's correct and most favorable 2019 filing status?

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