When Posed with a Particularly Complex Tax Question, a Researcher

question 29

Multiple Choice

When posed with a particularly complex tax question, a researcher with little previous experience with the issue would be best served at the outset by consulting

• A)The Internal Revenue Code
• B)The Treasury Regulations
• C)The applicable legislative history
• D)A "tax service" (e.g., CCH, RIA)

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Definitions:

Consumer Protection

Laws and regulations designed to ensure the rights of consumers, as well as fair trade, competition, and accurate information in the marketplace.

Public Protection

Measures and policies implemented to maintain the safety and security of the general public.

Administrative Laws

The body of law that governs the activities of administrative agencies of government, including rulemaking, adjudication, or the enforcement of a specific regulatory agenda.

Medicine

The science and practice of diagnosing, treating, and preventing diseases and injuries in humans and animals.