At any time in 2016, did you live separately from your spouse/common-law partner, and because of this separation you weren't supporting him/her or being supported by him/her?

Your answer to this question helps us figure out if you or your spouse or common-law partner can claim the eligible dependant amount for the year. If the two of you separated in 2016 and you either provided financial support or received it from your estranged partner, neither one of you can claim this amount.