Which of the Following Statements Regarding Leases and Taxes Is

question 39

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding leases and taxes is false?

• A) In a non-tax lease, the lessee can deduct the interest portion of the lease payments as an interest expense.
• B) In a true tax lease, the lease payments are treated as revenue for the lessor.
• C) In a true tax lease, the lessee receives the depreciation deductions associated with the ownership of the asset.
• D) The IRS separates leases into two broad categories: true tax leases and non-tax leases.

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Definitions:

Strict Liability

Liability in which responsibility for damages is imposed regardless of the existence of negligence. Also called liability without fault.

Causa Mortis

Causa mortis, or in contemplation of death, refers to gifts or actions taken by an individual who believes their death is imminent.

Immediate Death

The rapid loss of life following an event or condition, without a prolonged period of illness or decline.

Gift Causa Mortis

A gift that is made in contemplation of one’s immediate death.