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Is my wife a dependent?

Sorry if this is a stupid question!

Using MSE CC and experian asks me how many financial dependents I have, does my better half count as a dependent (she has a part time job)?
"I don't want to sound cold and un-caring, but I am those things so that's the way it comes out" - Bill Hicks

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  • If she lost her job for any reason, would she rely on you/your salary to get by?

    If so then yes
  • As far as am aware of it!!!8217;s no. There!!!8217;s a reason why they are asking that question it!!!8217;s to see if you have some little ones taking up more cash
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