Which of the Following Statements Is Correct

question 43

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is correct?

• A)If the tentative minimum tax is $10,000 and the regular income tax liability is $12,000,the AMT is $2,000.
• B)If the tentative minimum tax is $12,000 and the regular income tax liability is $10,000,the AMT is $12,000.
• C)If the tentative minimum tax is $10,000 and the regular income tax liability is $12,000,the AMT is a negative $2,000.
• D)If the tentative minimum tax is $12,000,and the regular income tax liability is $10,000,the AMT is $2,000.
• E)None of the above.

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Definitions:

Machine-Hours

A metric for attributing indirect costs to products, calculated by counting the time production machinery is operated.

Predetermined Overhead Rate

A rate used to allocate manufacturing overhead costs to products, based on estimated overhead costs and estimated activity levels, computed at the beginning of an accounting period.

Manufacturing Cost

The total expense incurred in the process of producing goods, including direct materials, direct labor, and overhead costs.

Direct Labor Cost

The expense associated with labor directly involved in the production of goods or services, excluding indirect labor costs.