Which of the Following Statements Regarding a Non-U

question 85

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding a non-U.S. person's U.S. tax consequences is true?

• A) Non-U.S. persons may be subject to withholding tax on U.S.-source investment income even if not engaged in a U.S. trade or business.
• B) Non-U.S. persons are subject to U.S. income or withholding tax only if they are engaged in a U.S. trade or business.
• C) Non-U.S. persons are not taxed on gains from U.S. real property as long as such property is not used in a U.S. trade or business.
• D) Once a non-U.S. person is engaged in a U.S. trade or business, the non-U.S. person's worldwide income is subject to U.S. taxation.

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Definitions:

Shareholders

Individuals or entities that own shares in a corporation and therefore have an ownership interest in the company.

Privately-Held Firms

Businesses whose ownership is private, meaning their shares are not traded on public stock exchanges.

Securities

Financial instruments that represent ownership positions in corporations (stocks), creditor relationships with corporations or governmental bodies (bonds), or rights to ownership as represented by an option.

General Public

Refers to the broader community or populace that is not specifically involved with a particular area of interest or occupation.