Which of the Following Would Be Considered Tax Evasion

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would be considered tax evasion?

• A)deducting charitable contributions when figuring income taxes
• B)claiming your young children as tax exemptions
• C)claiming your dog as a dependent on your tax form
• D)buying a house in order to deduct interest payments
• E)overestimating your income subject to taxes

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Definitions:

Consumer Surplus

The difference between the total amount that consumers are willing and able to pay for a good or service and the total amount that they actually do pay.

Financial Viability

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Residential Neighborhoods

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Externalities

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