Why is it important to fill out a W4 form correctly?

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So that your employer knows that you do not have a criminal record.
So that your employer knows that you do not have a criminal record.

So that your employer knows you are a citizen of the United States.
So that your employer knows you are a citizen of the United States.

So that your employer does not hold out too much or too little in taxes.
So that your employer does not hold out too much or too little in taxes.

So that your employer does not hold you responsible for a disability.
So that your employer does not hold you responsible for a disability.
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Answer 1

The correct response is:

So that your employer does not hold out too much or too little in taxes.

Filling out a W4 form correctly ensures that the right amount of federal income tax is withheld from your paycheck, which can help prevent underpayment or overpayment of taxes throughout the year.