Which of the following is not a potential dependent under dependency determinations?

• A. mother in laws
• B. other dependents
• C. adopted children
• D. dog

Answer: (D)

Dependency determinations for benefit plans identify who can be covered as a dependent. Eligible dependents are typically human relatives who rely on the employee for support, such as a spouse and children (including adopted children). Some plans also include “other dependents” like a parent or another relative who meets the plan’s support criteria. A mother-in-law could be considered a dependent under that broad category if she qualifies, but a dog cannot be a dependent because pets do not meet the criteria for human-benefit coverage. So the non-qualifying option is the dog.