The Guava Corporation Has Book Net Income of $90,000 for the Current

question 53

Essay

The Guava Corporation has book net income of $90,000 for the current year. Included in this figure are the following items which are reported on the corporation's Schedule M-1, Reconciliation of Income (Loss) per Books with Income per Return.
1. Federal income tax expense $25,000
2. Depreciation deducted on books, not deductible for tax purposes 4,000
3. Deduction for 50 percent of meals and entertainment expense not allowed for tax purposes 3,000
4. Deduction for payroll tax penalties not allowed for tax purposes 2,000
5. Tax exempt interest income included in book income but not in tax return income 12,000
Based on the above information, calculate the Guava Corporation's taxable income for the year. Show your calculations.

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Definitions:

Trade Discount

A reduction in the list price granted by a seller to a buyer based on the volume or value of the purchase.

FOB Shipping Point

A term used in shipping agreements indicating that the buyer is responsible for the goods and the shipping costs as soon as they leave the seller’s premises.

Sales Revenue

The earnings a business obtains through the sale of products or the delivery of services.

Trade Discount

A reduction in the listed price of a product or service, offered by sellers to buyers in the same trade or industry.