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Craig Commits Fraud on His Tax Return

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Craig commits fraud on his tax return. It is found that he was $40,000 deficient in his tax because of the fraud. What would his penalty be?

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Definitions:

Securities and Exchange Commission

A U.S. federal agency responsible for enforcing federal securities laws, regulating the securities industry, and ensuring market integrity.

FASB

The Financial Accounting Standards Board, an organization responsible for establishing accounting and financial reporting standards in the United States.

Federal Trade Commission

The Federal Trade Commission is a U.S. federal agency tasked with protecting consumers and ensuring a strong competitive market by enforcing antitrust and consumer protection laws.

American Association of CPAs

A professional organization in the United States that sets ethical standards for Certified Public Accountants and offers training and certification.