A Taxpayer Wishing to Reduce the Negative Tax Effects of the Application

question 62

Multiple Choice

A taxpayer wishing to reduce the negative tax effects of the application of the unitary theory might:

• A) Affiliate with a service division that shows an operating loss, like one in research and development.
• B) Acquire a unitary affiliate in a country with a high wage structure.
• C) Add a profitable entity to the unitary group.
• D) a. and b.

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Definitions:

Deadweight Loss

Deadweight loss is an economic inefficiency that occurs when the allocation of resources is not optimal, leading to a loss of total surplus or welfare within the economy.

Deadweight Loss

Deadweight loss is a loss of economic efficiency that can occur when the equilibrium for a good or a service is not achieved or is not achievable, often due to market failures, taxes, or subsidies.

Excise Tax

A tax levied on specific goods or services at purchase such as alcohol, tobacco, and gasoline.

Elastic

Describes a situation in which the demand for a product or service significantly changes in response to a change in its price.