Cardinal and Bluebird Corporations Both Use a Calendar Year as Their

question 55

Multiple Choice

Cardinal and Bluebird Corporations both use a calendar year as their tax year. At the close of business on June 30, Cardinal Corporation buys all of Bluebird Corporation's stock. If the two corporations file a consolidated return and both corporations earn their income evenly throughout the year, what portion of Bluebird's income will be included in the consolidated return? (Assume all months have 30 days.)

• A)100%
• B)50%
• C)0%
• D)none of the above

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Sales Orientation

A business approach that prioritizes selling products and services over understanding or meeting the actual needs and desires of the customers.

Salesperson

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Wise Customer

A term reflecting a customer who is informed, discerning, and judicious in their purchasing decisions, often seeking value and quality.

Personal Selling

A sales method involving direct face-to-face communication between a salesperson and a potential buyer.