All of the Following Statements About Tax Implications of Qualified

question 35

Multiple Choice

All of the following statements about tax implications of qualified pension plans are correct EXCEPT

• A)Investment earnings on plan assets accumulate on a tax-deferred basis.
• B)Employer contributions are deductible up to certain limits as an ordinary business expense.
• C)Employer contributions are considered taxable income to employees but are taxed at capital gains rates.
• D)Pension benefits attributable to the employer's contributions are not taxed until the employee retires or receives the funds.

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