Tax Evasion Usually Involves Certain Elements

question 66

Multiple Choice

Tax evasion usually involves certain elements. Which of the following are elements necessary for tax evasion to occur?
I.Nondisclosure of the relevant facts on the taxpayer's tax return.
II.Underpayment of tax.
III.Avoiding detection by the IRS.
IV.Willfulness on the part of the taxpayer.
V.An affirmative act by the taxpayer to misrepresent.
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• A)Statements I, II, and III are correct.
• B)Statements I, II, IV, and V are correct.
• C)Statements I and III are correct.
• D)Only statement IV is correct.
• E)All of the five listed elements are correct.

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