Susan Generated $55,000 of Net Earnings from the Conduct of a Tax

question 57

Essay

Susan generated $55,000 of net earnings from the conduct of a tax preparation business that she operated during the tax-filing season. She also received wages of $77,000 from her full-time job. Compute the self-employment taxes due for 2017.

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Definitions:

Direct Method

A way to prepare the cash flow statement where actual cash flows from operating activities are reported instead of adjustments from net income.

Operating Expenses

Expenses incurred through the normal operations of a business, including salaries, rent, utilities, and marketing expenses, but excluding cost of goods sold and other non-operating expenses.

Merchandise Sold

Goods that have been sold and delivered to customers, generating revenue for the selling company.

Free Cash Flow

It refers to the amount of cash a company generates after accounting for capital expenditures, such as buildings or equipment. This cash can be used for expansion, dividends, or other purposes.