Taxpayers can pay using American Express, Discover, MasterCard or Visa. Payments can typically be made via phone, the Internet or through tax preparation software. The IRS website page  Pay taxes by credit or debit card  provides details and current prices.
Taxable Dependents. A taxable dependent is a person who is eligible to be claimed as a dependent, but still earns an income. Claiming a dependent earns a taxpayer a $3,650 tax exemption, according to the IRS.
Tax exemptions for you and your dependents. An exemption is an amount of money you can subtract from your Adjusted Gross Income, just for having dependents. Personal and dependent exemptions for yourself and qualifying family members reduce the amount of income on which you will be taxed.