On June 12, 20X9, Kevin, Chris, and Candy Corp

question 58

Essay

On June 12, 20X9, Kevin, Chris, and Candy Corp. came together to form Scrumptious Sweets General Partnership. Now, Scrumptious Sweets must decide which tax year-end to use. Kevin and Chris have calendar year-ends and each holds a 35% profits and capital interest. However, Candy Corp. has a September 30th year-end and holds the remaining 30% profits and capital interest. What tax year-end must Scrumptious Sweets adopt and what rule mandates this year-end?

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