A Computer Manipulates Data by Following Step-By-Step Instructions Called a _______________

question 25

Short Answer

A computer manipulates data by following step-by-step instructions called a _______________.

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Definitions:

Carryback Provision

A tax provision allowing companies to apply a current year's net operating losses to past years' profits for potential tax refunds, offsetting taxable income in profitable years.

Operating Losses

Losses that occur when a company's operating expenses exceed its revenues over a specific period, indicating that the core business activities are not generating sufficient income.

Income Tax Rate

The proportion of income that is taken as tax from a person or company.