A Tax Practitioner Can Avoid IRS Penalty Relating to a Tax

question 62

Multiple Choice

A tax practitioner can avoid IRS penalty relating to a tax return position:

• A)only if the position has a more likely than not chance of being sustained by the IRS or courts.
• B)if the position has a realistic possibility of being sustained by the IRS or courts.
• C)if there is not substantial authority to support the position.
• D)if the position has a reasonable basis and is disclosed on the tax return.
• E)None of the choices are correct.

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Definitions:

Mania

A mental health condition marked by periods of great excitement or euphoria, delusions, and overactivity.

Egocentrism

A psychological stage where an individual has difficulty understanding the perspectives of others, often seen in early childhood development.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

A neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by patterns of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity that are more frequent and severe than typically observed in individuals at a comparable level of development.

Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)

A mental health disorder characterized by chronic and excessive worry about various aspects of life, often to the extent that it interferes with daily activities.