Which of the Following Should Increase the Likelihood That Ms

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following should increase the likelihood that Ms. Piper's Form 1040 will be selected for audit by the IRS?

• A) Ms. Piper files as head of household because she maintains a home for her 89-year old mother who has Alzheimer's disease.
• B) Ms. Piper's AGI is $58,400, and she deducted $27,590 of charitable contributions on her Schedule A.
• C) Ms. Piper reported $10,200 alimony income from her former spouse.
• D) None of these choices should increase the likelihood of audit.

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