I765 (H4 EAD) - Reason for applying answer options

H4-EAD
1

My wife has held H4 EAD in the past, but moved to H1B for few years. Now she is applying for H4 EAD again. What should she select in Question 1 of I-765 form - 1.a Initial permission to accept employment OR 1.c Renewal of my permission to accept employment.

I am leaning towards 1.a because she has been on H1B most recently. Appreciate any advice you can provide.

2

You can select 1a. 1b will apply for EAD renewal in continuation.