Generally, Deductions for Additions to Reserves for Estimated Future Costs

question 4

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 all events test and economic performance requirement.
• D) Violate the tax benefit rule.
• E) None of the above.

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Definitions:

Variable Component

A part of cost or expense that fluctuates with changes in production volume or activity level.

Fixed Component

Part of a company's costs that do not change with the level of production or sales, such as rent, salaries, and insurance.

Predetermined Overhead Rate

A rate used to allocate overhead costs to products or services, calculated based on estimated costs and activity levels before the actual costs are known.

Overhead Efficiency

The effectiveness with which a company utilizes its overhead, often analyzed through the comparison of actual overhead costs with budgeted or standard costs.