A Worker May Prefer to Be Classified as an Employee

question 88

Multiple Choice

A worker may prefer to be classified as an employee (rather than an independent contractor) for which of the following reasons:

• A)To claim unreimbursed work-related expenses as a deduction for AGI.
• B)To avoid the self-employment tax.
• C)To avoid the cutback adjustment on unreimbursed business entertainment expenses.
• D)To avoid the 2%-of-AGI floor on unreimbursed work-related expenses.
• E)None of these.

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Definitions:

Depressive Behavior

Actions or behaviors that are indicative of depression, such as persistent sadness, withdrawal, or lack of interest in previously enjoyed activities.

Reinforcing

An act that increases the likelihood of a behavior being repeated, often through a reward-based system.

Antidepressant Drug

Drugs specifically formulated to relieve symptoms of depression, often by correcting imbalances of neurotransmitters in the brain; synonymous to antidepressant medication but rephrased for clarity.

Serotonin

A neurotransmitter that has a critical role in stabilizing mood, feelings of well-being, and happiness. It also influences sleep, digestion, and other bodily functions.