Identify the Following Statement That Is False

question 96

Multiple Choice

Identify the following statement that is false.

• A)If an employer is not required to withhold income taxes from an employee's wages, the wages are not taxable to the employee.
• B)In certain situations, income tax withholding by an employer is voluntary.
• C)An employer must deposit with the government an amount of FICA tax that is twice the amount withheld from the employee's salary (i.e., the employee's and employer's shares).
• D)If an excess amount of FICA is withheld for an employee because the employee has multiple jobs, the employee may claim a credit for the excess amount withheld on his or her income tax return.
• E)None of these statements is false.

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Definitions:

Albinism

A genetic condition characterized by the absence of pigment in the skin, hair, and eyes, resulting in very light coloring and increased sensitivity to sunlight.

Melanin

A pigment produced by melanocytes within the skin, responsible for skin, eye, and hair color, and provides protection against UV radiation.

Collagen Synthesis

The biological process by which cells produce collagen, a vital protein that gives structure and strength to skin, bones, and connective tissues.

Reticular Layer

The deeper layer of the dermis in the skin, comprised mainly of dense irregular connective tissue, which provides strength and elasticity.