The Use of Futures Contracts by Banks Is Subject to Risk-Based

question 53

True/False

The use of futures contracts by banks is subject to risk-based capital guidelines through the off-balance-sheet risk calculations for risk-based capital.

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Definitions:

Temporary Difference

A difference between the carrying amount of an asset or liability in the balance sheet and its tax base that will result in taxable or deductible amounts in future years.

Effective Tax Rate

The average rate at which an individual or corporation is taxed, calculated by dividing the total tax paid by the taxable income.

Statutory Tax Rate

The official tax rate set by law that companies and individuals must pay on their income.

Deferred Tax Liabilities

Tax liabilities that emerge from the temporary discrepancies between the accounting and tax valuation of assets and liabilities.