Which of the Following Statements Is Correct in Connection with the Investigation

question 36

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is correct in connection with the investigation of a business?

• A)If the taxpayer is not already engaged in the trade or business,the expenses incurred are deductible if the project is abandoned.
• B)If the business is acquired,the expenses may be deducted immediately by a taxpayer engaged in a similar trade or business regardless of whether the business being investigated is acquired.
• C)That business must be related to the taxpayer's present business for any expense ever to be deductible.
• D)Regardless of whether the taxpayer is already engaged in the trade or business,the expenses must be capitalized and amortized.
• E)None of these.

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