Which of the Following Types of Evidence Indicate That a Valuation

question 110

Multiple Choice

Which of the following types of evidence indicate that a valuation allowance is needed to reduce the deferred tax asset?

• A) history of profits
• B) excess of appreciated asset values over basis
• C) existing contracts or sales backlogs, which will generate significant future income
• D) short carryback or carryover periods

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Definitions:

Plant Asset

Long-term tangible assets used in the operation of a business and not intended for resale, such as machinery, buildings, and vehicles.

Loss

The negative result when expenses exceed revenues during a specific period.

Sale

The exchange of goods or services for money or other compensation, forming the primary revenue-generating activity of a business.

Journal Entry

A record in accounting that logs every financial transaction a business makes, showing which accounts are affected and by how much.