Identify Which of the Following Statements Is True

question 20

Multiple Choice

Identify which of the following statements is true.

• A)In practice, the accumulated earnings tax applies only to closely held corporations.
• B)A corporation bears the burden of proving that its earnings are not being accumulated to avoid income taxes.
• C)To avoid the accumulated earnings tax, a corporation needs to have a definite plan for expending the accumulated earnings.
• D)All of the above are true.

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Definitions:

Cash Discount

A deduction from the stated price of goods or services offered to buyers as an incentive for early payment.

Credit Terms

Conditions under which credit is extended by a lender to a borrower, including interest rates, repayment schedule, and other stipulations guiding the borrowing.

Merchandise Inventory

Goods or stock that a retailer, wholesaler, or distributor holds for the purpose of resale to customers.

Sales Returns

Transactions where customers return previously purchased merchandise, leading to a refund or credit.