Which of the Following Statements About the Statements on Standards

question 83

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the Statements on Standards for Tax Services is true?

• A)A CPA is never allowed to use a taxpayer's estimates when preparing a tax return.
• B)The CPA must tell the IRS upon becoming aware that an error has been made on a past tax return.
• C)The CPA may in good faith rely on information provided by the taxpayer, without verifying the reliability of that information if reasonable inquiries are made where the information furnished appears to be incorrect.
• D)The CPA should not recommend that a taxpayer take a certain position if there is any doubt as to whether the position would be approved by the IRS upon audit.

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Definitions:

Local Finance

Relates to the funding and financial management of local governments, including revenue generation, budgeting, and expenditure on public services at a local level.

Property Taxes

Taxes imposed on property owners by local governments, calculated as a percentage of the property's value.

Sales and Excise Taxes

Taxes imposed on the sale of specific goods (excise) and on a broad range of products at the point of sale (sales), used by governments to raise revenue, potentially influence consumer behavior, and fund public goods and services.

Transfer Payment

Payment by one branch of government to another or to an individual. Largest transfer payment is Social Security.