Salaries Are Considered an Ordinary and Necessary Expense of a Trade

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Essay

Salaries are considered an ordinary and necessary expense of a trade or business if they meet what other requirement? What are the tax consequences if this requirement is not met?

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Definitions:

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French Government

The political system of France, characterized by semi-presidential system with a division of powers between the president, the parliament, and the government.

Salt Monopoly

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