<prompt> Human: Hello Reddit I am a full time college student being audited by the IRS notice CP2000 for my first time and would like some advice as this is kind of unsettling for me.The year in question is tax year 2016, and the IRS is asking for documentation backing up a claim for the American Opportunity Tax Credit Form 8863, as well as a small tax credit for education expenses 1040A line 33 totaling 1,323.I filed my tax return via TurboTax, and purchased TaxAudit Defense protection so I would have representation if I were audited. I have been in contact with a member of their team and the guy seems nice but also doesnt have an answer to a lot of my questions. I was hoping there was a redditor out there who has been in a similar situation disputing the American Opportunity Tax Credit and what documentation they provided to dispute the IRSs notice.  <response>: The CP2000 is not a bill. Its a proposed assessment. The Service reviews all wage and income document and Forms 1098- T transcripts linked to your SSN and then compares them with your return, looking for discrepancies. If you have questions about how to respond to the CP2000, or you need more time to respond, call the toll-free number on page one and speak with a representative. Be persistent when you call, as IRS hold times are not short.If the IRS is 100 wrong and you owe no additional tax, submit the unagreed response with your substantiation. If the IRS is 100 correct, pay the proposed assessment with your response. If you cant pay in full, send the largest possible payment with your response. The Service will then close the case and bill you for the difference. You can pay that amount in full, or make payment arrangements at that time.If the IRS is not correct, but you determine you do owe additional tax, pay the correct tax with the unagreed response. You should receive an acknowledgement within 60 days of your response. 