The Economic Entity Assumption States That Economic Events

question 129

Multiple Choice

The economic entity assumption states that economic events

• A)of different entities can be combined if all the entities are corporations.
• B)must be reported to the Securities and Exchange Commission.
• C)of a sole proprietorship cannot be distinguished from the personal economic events of its owners.
• D)of every entity can be separately identified and accounted for.

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Definitions:

Marginal Tax Rate

The rate at which the last dollar of income is taxed, indicating how much of any additional income will be paid in taxes.

Taxable Income

The portion of an individual's or entity's income that is subject to taxation by governmental authorities.

Average Tax Rate

The proportion of total taxable income paid in taxes, calculated by dividing the total tax amount by the total income.

Excise Tax

A specific tax levied on certain goods, services, or activities, often included in the price of things like gasoline, alcohol, and tobacco.