A Corporation Is Owned Equally by 10 Unrelated Individuals

question 82

Essay

A corporation is owned equally by 10 unrelated individuals. Its taxable income this year is $100,000 and its regular federal income tax liability is $22,250. The company claims a $15,000 dividends-received deduction and pays $25,000 dividends to its shareholders. The corporation had accumulated earnings and profits of $220,000 at the end of the preceding year. The company's reasonable needs of the business at the end of the year of $240,000. What is the amount of the accumulated earnings tax?

---

Definitions:

Profitable Opportunities

Situations or ventures that promise a return on investment or generate financial gain.

Rational

Decision-making or behavior guided by logical reasoning and self-interest.

Beneficial Activities

Activities that produce positive outcomes for individuals or communities, including economic, social, or environmental benefits.

Own and Sell

The legal rights and ability to possess and then transfer the ownership of goods or assets.