Briefly Discuss the Two Tests That an Accrual Basis Taxpayer

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Essay

Briefly discuss the two tests that an accrual basis taxpayer must apply before an expense can be deducted.

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Definitions:

B.F. Skinner

An American psychologist and behaviorist who developed the theory of operant conditioning, emphasizing the consequences of behavior in shaping future actions.

Ivan Pavlov

A Russian physiologist known for his work in classical conditioning, particularly his experiments with dogs and salivation.

Cognitive Development

Refers to the growth and change in mental skills and abilities over a person's lifespan, including thinking, problem solving, and decision making.

Spanked

The act of striking the buttocks of another person to cause physical pain, often used as a form of punishment.