Identify Which of the Following Statements Is True

question 16

Multiple Choice

Identify which of the following statements is true.

• A)If a taxpayer fails to file a return, the statute of limitations is extended to 10 years.
• B)If a couple files a joint return but only one spouse had income, only the spouse with income is responsible for paying any tax due.
• C)Joint and several liability means that each spouse is potentially liable for the full amount of tax due.
• D)All of the above are false.

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Definitions:

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain that controls many bodily functions, including hunger, thirst, body temperature, and emotional activity.

Medulla

A part of the brainstem essential for controlling involuntary functions like breathing and heart rate.

Endocrine System

A network of glands in the body that secretes hormones directly into the circulatory system to regulate various bodily functions.

Nervous System

The network of nerve cells and fibers that transmits nerve impulses between parts of the body, including the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves.