Which of the Following Statements Is Correct in Connection with the Investigation

question 80

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is correct in connection with the investigation of a business?

• A) If the taxpayer is not already engaged in the trade or business, the expenses incurred are deductible if the project is abandoned.
• B) Expenses may be deducted immediately by a taxpayer engaged in a similar trade or business regardless of whether the business being investigated is acquired.
• C) That business must be related to the taxpayer's present business for any expense ever to be deductible.
• D) Regardless of whether the taxpayer is already engaged in the trade or business, the expenses must be capitalized and amortized.
• E) None of the above.

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