How Is It Possible for a U

question 53

Multiple Choice

How is it possible for a U.S.firm to have increasing earnings but a lower effective tax rate?

• A)The firm has expenses that are not deductible for tax purposes.
• B)Tax rates in foreign countries where the firm operates are higher.
• C)Tax rates in foreign countries where the firm operates are lower.
• D)It is not possible for a firm to have an effective tax rate different from the U.S.federal statutory tax rate.

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