Given That Losses from Passive Activities Can Only Offset Income

question 26

Essay

Given that losses from passive activities can only offset income from passive activities unless the passive activity is sold, what types of activities are not considered to be passive? Name at least three ways a taxpayer may be treated as an active participant in an activity.

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Definitions:

Canada's Wetlands

Ecosystems characterized by the presence of water, supporting diverse plant and animal life, including species unique to these habitats.

West Coast Salmon

Salmon species found along the Pacific Coast of North America, facing challenges from overfishing, habitat loss, and climate change.

Sea Lamprey

An ancient, jawless fish known for its parasitic feeding habits, attaching to and feeding on the blood of other fish.

Overharvesting

The excessive harvesting of natural resources, leading to depletion or significant reduction in population densities.