The Cost of Insurance Is Considered an Expense

question 130

Multiple Choice

The cost of insurance is considered an expense:

• A)Only when the entire policy period has passed.
• B)Only when the policy is purchased.
• C)Only when the premium is paid.
• D)Evenly over the term of the policy.

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Definitions:

Income Before Taxes

The earnings of a company before taxes have been deducted.

Employer Payroll Taxes

Taxes that employers are required to pay on behalf of their employees, including social security and Medicare taxes.

Social Security Tax

A mandatory payroll tax collected to fund the Social Security program, providing retirement, disability, and survivors' benefits.

Medicare Tax

A federal tax that funds the Medicare program, which is withheld from an employee's paycheck and also matched by the employer.