The Critical Factor in Attaining the Age of Viability Is

question 8

Multiple Choice

The critical factor in attaining the age of viability is _____.

• A) weighing at least 5 pounds (2.3 kg)
• B) having adequate brain development
• C) having functioning digestive and respiratory systems
• D) surviving at least 28 weeks past conception

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Definitions:

Half-Year Rule

A tax rule in some jurisdictions that allows only half the usual depreciation expense deduction in the year that a capital asset is acquired.

Straight-Line

A method of calculating depreciation of an asset which assumes the asset depreciates equally over its useful life.

Tax Basis

The value of an asset for tax purposes, used to calculate capital gains or losses upon disposition of the asset.

Salvage Value

The estimated value that an asset will realize upon its sale at the end of its useful life.