What Is the First Step in the Tax Research Process

question 58

Multiple Choice

What is the first step in the tax research process?

• A) Discover all the facts relevant to the taxpayer's transaction.
• B) Decide which tax library to use.
• C) Decide whether to read primary or secondary authority.
• D) Formulate a precise research question.

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Definitions:

A Stimulator

An agent or condition that triggers or increases activity, interest, or enthusiasm in a specific context or process.

Distress

Extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain that negatively affects an individual’s mental and physical well-being.

Stressor

The person or event that triggers the stress response.

Cardiovascular Disorders

A class of diseases that involve the heart or blood vessels, including conditions such as coronary artery disease and hypertension.