Mr Crum, an Architect, Billed a Client $12,500 for Professional

question 79

Multiple Choice

Mr. Crum, an architect, billed a client $12,500 for professional services rendered. When Mr. Crum received a check in full payment from the client, he endorsed the check and mailed it to his college-age son, Paul, who cashed it and deposited the $12,500 in his own bank account. Which of the following statements is a correct application of the assignment of income doctrine?

• A) Mr. Crum must report $12,500 income on his tax return because he earned it.
• B) Paul must report $12,500 income on his tax return because he received the cash.
• C) It is illegal for Mr. Crum to transfer the check to Paul.
• D) Mr. Crum and Paul may decide which one of them reports $12,500 income on his tax return.

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