If you are a married taxpayer supporting a spouse who has less than $12750 in taxable income,
A)you must be the one to claim all tax credits.
B)you are entitled to a spousal or common-law partner tax credit.
C)you are entitled to a dependant partner tax deduction.
D)your spouse will not be able to apply for the GST/HST refund.

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If you are a married taxpayer supporting a spouse who has less than $12750 in taxable income, you are entitled to a spousal or common-law partner tax credit. This credit is intended to help alleviate the financial burden on the higher-earning spouse or partner and provides a tax break for supporting the lower-earning spouse or partner. Therefore, option B is the best choice.

If You Are a Married Taxpayer Supporting a Spouse Who