Which of the Following Statements Is False Concerning the Taxation

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is false concerning the taxation of life insurance?

• A)beneficiaries receive death benefits free from any federal taxation
• B)the value of the life insurance death benefit is always included in the insured's estate
• C)if a non insured/owner dies, the value included in the decedent's estate is approximately the cash value of the insurance contract
• D)interest earned on settlement proceeds is taxable

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Definitions:

Financial Statements

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After-Tax Profit Margin

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Asset Turnover Ratio

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Total Assets

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