Which of the Following Actions Cannot Be Used to Eliminate

question 43

Multiple Choice

Which of the following actions cannot be used to eliminate a possible personal holding company tax liability involving a corporation owned by a mother and a father?

• A)Sell additional stock to other family members.
• B)Make a cash distribution within 2 1/2 months of the end of the tax year.
• C)Make a deficiency distribution within 90 days of the date on which the IRS determines that a personal holding company liability is owed.
• D)Liquidate the corporation.2

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Definitions:

Working Capital

The difference between a company's current assets and current liabilities, indicating the short-term liquidity of a business.

Supplies

Items used in the day-to-day operations of a business, often consumable in nature, such as office supplies, manufacturing materials, or maintenance necessities.

Equipment

Tangible property used in the operations of a business, such as machinery and tools, which are not intended for sale.

Incremental Borrowing Rate

The interest rate a company would have to pay if it borrows funds, used as a benchmark in lease agreements to calculate the present value of minimum lease payments.