Which of the Following Expenditures Are Not Deductible Because They

question 39

Multiple Choice

Which of the following expenditures are not deductible because they are personal in nature?
I.Legal costs to acquire a personal residence.
II.Losses resulting from the sale of personal residences.
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• A)Only statement I is correct.
• B)Only statement II is correct.
• C)Both statements are correct.
• D)Neither statement is correct.

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Definitions:

Administrative Costs

Expenses related to the general administration of a business, including salaries of executives, office supplies, and legal and accounting services.

Indirect Costs

Costs that cannot be directly linked to the production or sale of specific goods or services, like utilities or administrative salaries.

Advertising

The activity or profession of producing advertisements for commercial products or services.

Product Cost

The total cost involved in making or acquiring a product, including direct materials, labor, and overhead expenses.