What Are the Consequences of Classification as a Corporate Inversion

question 11

Multiple Choice

What are the consequences of classification as a corporate inversion?

• A)The foreign corporation will be treated as if it is a U.S. corporation.
• B)Foreign tax credits will be disallowed on all future earnings.
• C)The corporation will be subject to a flat 35% tax rate.
• D)If more than half of the shareholders of the new company are the same as the former company, the corporation is considered a U.S. corporation.

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Definitions:

Inventories

Assets held for sale in the ordinary course of business, in the process of production for such sale, or in the form of materials to be consumed in the production process.

External Party

An individual or organization that is separate from the entity being referred to and not directly involved in its operations or management.

Legal Entities

Organizations, companies, or individuals that have legal rights and obligations, allowing them to enter into contracts, sue, and be sued.

Consolidation Adjustment

Adjustments made to financial statements to account for the financial results of subsidiary companies as if they were part of the parent company.