Which of the Following Items Is a Capital Asset in the Hands

question 83

Multiple Choice

Which of the following items is a capital asset in the hands of the taxpayer?

• A)Taxpayer owns a 10-year old Harley-Davidson motorcycle.
• B)Taxpayer owns a used car lot. He owns a 1962 Cadillac that is for sale on the lot.
• C)Taxpayer owns a notebook computer that he carries to his clients for work purposes.
• D)Taxpayer, a farmer, has a prize winning steer in his herd.
• E)None of the above items are capital assets.

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Definitions:

Contribution Margin

The residual amount from sales income post the subtraction of variable costs, signifying its role in offsetting fixed expenses and creating profit.

Variable Costs

Costs that vary directly with the level of production or sales volume, such as raw materials and direct labor expenses.

Flexible Budget

A flexible budget adjusts based on actual revenue levels or other external factors, allowing for more dynamic and responsive financial planning.

Variable Costs

Costs that change in proportion to the level of activity or volume of production.