In a Case of First Impression, the Court

question 98

Multiple Choice

In a case of first impression, the court

• A) will never consider persuasive authorities.
• B) rarely refers to persuasive authorities.
• C) often refers to persuasive authorities.
• D) only allows the use of primary sources.

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Definitions:

Suspended Passive Losses

Losses from passive activities that exceed income from passive activities, which cannot be deducted in the current year and must be carried forward to future tax years.

At-Risk

The at-risk rules limit the amount of loss a taxpayer can claim to the amount actually at risk in the investment activity.

Form 6198

An IRS form used by taxpayers to determine the amount of at-risk activities loss that is deductible for the tax year.

At-Risk Amounts

At-Risk Amounts refer to the amount of money an individual could lose in an investment or venture, indicating the level of risk involved in the investment.