Q: Distinguish between the mathematical/clerical error program and the unallowable items
Distinguish between the mathematical/clerical error program and the unallowable items program.
See AnswerQ: What techniques other than the random selection of returns for audit does
What techniques other than the random selection of returns for audit does the IRS use in its enforcement function?
See AnswerQ: Why might it be desirable to settle with an agent rather than
Why might it be desirable to settle with an agent rather than continue by appealing to a higher level within the IRS?
See AnswerQ: What are the major functions of the national office of the IRS
What are the major functions of the national office of the IRS?
See AnswerQ: Relate some of the “audit etiquette” tactics that you have
Relate some of the “audit etiquette” tactics that you have heard taxpayers or tax professionals discuss.
See AnswerQ: Distinguish among the various means by which the IRS selects a tax
Distinguish among the various means by which the IRS selects a tax return for examination. For this purpose, examine the criteria of: a. Scope of review b. Probability of selection c. Preservation of...
See AnswerQ: Identify several items that you believe are included in the prevailing DIF
Identify several items that you believe are included in the prevailing DIF model.
See AnswerQ: Carol takes some very aggressive positions on her tax return. She
Carol takes some very aggressive positions on her tax return. She maintains, “With the downsizing of the government, my chances of getting caught are virtually zero.” Is Carol’s approach correct?
See AnswerQ: Compute the overvaluation penalty for each of the following independent cases involving
Compute the overvaluation penalty for each of the following independent cases involving the taxpayer’s reporting of the fair market value of charitable-contribution property. In each case, assume a ma...
See AnswerQ: Should the IRS audit more or fewer returns every year? What
Should the IRS audit more or fewer returns every year? What issues would you consider in this regard if you were a politician? A wealthy individual?
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