Questions from Federal Taxation


Q: Russ has never recognized any Sec. 1231 gains or losses.

Russ has never recognized any Sec. 1231 gains or losses. In December 2017, Russ is considering the sale of two Sec. 1231 assets. The sale of one asset will result in a $20,000 Sec. 1231 gain while the...

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Q: Barbara was divorced two years ago. However, the final property

Barbara was divorced two years ago. However, the final property settlement and determination of alimony payments was not made until February 2017 because of extended litigation. Barbara received a $20...

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Q: Chips-R-Us is a computer technology corporation that designs

Chips-R-Us is a computer technology corporation that designs hardware and software for use in large businesses. The corporation regularly pays individuals to install programs and give advice to compan...

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Q: Mike Webb, married to Nancy Webb, is employed by a

Mike Webb, married to Nancy Webb, is employed by a large pharmaceutical company and earns a salary. In addition, Mike is an entrepreneur and has two small businesses on the side, both of w...

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Q: Why are most taxpayers not subject to the alternative minimum tax (

Why are most taxpayers not subject to the alternative minimum tax (AMT)?

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Q: Does the AMT apply if an individual’s tax liability as computed under

Does the AMT apply if an individual’s tax liability as computed under the AMT rules is less than his or her regular tax amount?

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Q: Use any major tax service to answer the following questions:

Use any major tax service to answer the following questions: a. What are the principal primary sources? b. What are the principal secondary sources?

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Q: Why are most individuals not subject to the selfemployment tax?

Why are most individuals not subject to the selfemployment tax?

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Q: Brian and Jennifer are a married couple who believe they may be

Brian and Jennifer are a married couple who believe they may be subject to the AMT this year. Currently, they calculate their alternative minimum taxable income (AMTI) to be $160,000. a. What is thei...

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Q: What are the more significant tax credit items included in the computation

What are the more significant tax credit items included in the computation of the general business tax credit?

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