Generally, Deductions for Additions to Reserves for Estimated Future Costs

question 60

Multiple Choice

Generally, deductions for additions to reserves for estimated future costs (e.g., an allowance for estimated warranty costs) are not allowed for Federal income tax purposes because allowing the deduction would:

• A)Result in a mismatching of revenues and expenses.
• B)Violate established public policy.
• C)Violate the economic performance requirement.
• D)Violate the tax benefit rule.
• E)None of the above.

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