Which of the Following Statements Regarding Foreign Persons Not Engaged

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding foreign persons not engaged in a U.S. trade or business is true?

• A) Foreign persons are subject to potential withholding taxes on the gross amount of U.S.-source investment income.
• B) Foreign persons with any U.S.-source income are taxed on net investment income (after expenses).
• C) Foreign persons are not subject to U.S. tax if not engaged in a U.S. trade or business.
• D) Foreign persons with only U.S.-source investment income are exempt from U.S. tax.

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Definitions:

Return On Total Assets

A financial ratio that measures a company's profitability relative to its total assets.

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Earnings Per Share

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