Juanita Owns 60% of the Stock in a C Corporation

question 26

Multiple Choice

Juanita owns 60% of the stock in a C corporation that had a profit of $200,000 in 2016. Carlos owns a 60% interest in a partnership that had a profit of $200,000 during the year. The corporation distributed $45,000 to Juanita, and the partnership distributed $45,000 to Carlos. Which of the following statements relating to 2016 is incorrect?

• A)Juanita must report $120,000 of income from the corporation.
• B)The corporation must pay corporate tax on $200,000 of income.
• C)Carlos must report $120,000 of income from the partnership.
• D)The partnership is not subject to a Federal entity-level income tax.
• E)None of the above.

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Definitions:

Debt Securities

Financial instruments representing a loan made by an investor to a borrower, typically involving periodic interest payments and the return of principal at maturity.

Held-to-maturity Securities

These are financial assets that a company has the intent and ability to hold until they mature.

Amortized Cost

The expense of an intangible asset over its useful life.

Investee

An entity in which an investor holds an interest, often evidenced by ownership of shares or securities.