Terry53029
Level 14
Level 14

If you read all of the instructions from the beginning you will see you must meet all the rules. Can't pick and choose.

This chapter discusses Rules 1 through 7. You must meet all seven rules to qualify for the EIC. If you don't meet all seven rules, you can’t get the credit and you don't need to read the rest of the publication.

I don't think it applies to child care credit, but here is a link for you to research yourself.

https://www.irs.gov/publications/p503