The Purpose of the Tat Protein in an HIV Infection

question 30

Multiple Choice

The purpose of the Tat protein in an HIV infection is to

• A) down regulate CD4 and MHC class 1 expression.
• B) inhibit virus assembly.
• C) accelerate HIV transcription by the host cell.
• D) protect the cell from being killed by CD8 cytotoxic cells.

Calculate and analyze cash flow from operations using both the direct and indirect methods.

Recognize and prepare noncash investing and financing activities.

Determine the impact of various transactions on cash flows from financing and investing activities.

Utilize financial information to calculate cash flow ratios and evaluate company performance.

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Definitions:

Valuation Allowance

A contra-account used to reduce the carrying value of deferred tax assets if it is more likely than not that some portion will not be realized.

U.S. GAAP

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles as practiced in the United States, a framework of accounting standards, principles, and procedures.

Reversing Temporary Difference

A temporary difference that will result in deductible amounts in future years, affecting taxable income.

Originating Temporary Difference

An originating temporary difference in accounting refers to the initial differences between the book value of an asset or liability and its tax base, which will result in taxable or deductible amounts in the future.