During the Current Year, Sparrow Corporation, a Calendar Year C

question 45

Multiple Choice

During the current year, Sparrow Corporation, a calendar year C corporation, had operating income of $425,000, operating expenses of $280,000, a short-term capital loss of $10,000, and a long-term capital gain of $25,000. How much is Sparrow's income tax liability for the year?

• A) $32,700
• B) $33,600
• C) $45,650
• D) $62,400
• E) None of the above

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Definitions:

Selling Expenses

Costs associated with marketing and selling a company's products or services, including advertising and sales personnel salaries.

Accounts Receivable

Money owed to a company by its customers for products or services already delivered but not yet paid for.

Credit Sale

involves selling goods or services to a customer with payment to be received at a later date.

Indirect Cost

Expenses that are not directly attributable to a specific product, service, or project, such as utilities or rent for office space.