Questions from Individual Taxation


Q: This year, Janelle received $200,000 in life insurance

This year, Janelle received $200,000 in life insurance proceeds. Under the following scenarios, how much of the $200,000 is taxable? a. Janelle received the proceeds upon the death of her father, Juli...

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Q: This year, Leron and Sheena sold their home for $750

This year, Leron and Sheena sold their home for $750,000 after all selling costs. Under the following scenarios, how much taxable gain does the home sale generate for Leron and Sheena? a. Leron and Sh...

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Q: For the following independent cases, determine whether economic income is present

For the following independent cases, determine whether economic income is present and, if so, whether it must be included in gross income (that is, is it realized and recognized for tax purposes?). a....

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Q: XYZ declared a $1 per share dividend on August 15.

XYZ declared a $1 per share dividend on August 15. The date of record for the dividend was September 1 (the stock began selling ex-dividend on September 2). The dividend was paid on September 10. Elli...

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Q: For the following independent cases, determine whether economic income is present

For the following independent cases, determine whether economic income is present and, if so, whether it must be included in gross income. Identify a tax authority that supports your analysis. a. Herm...

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Q: Tomiko is a 50 percent owner (partner) in the Tanaka

Tomiko is a 50 percent owner (partner) in the Tanaka partnership. During the year, the partnership reported $1,000 of interest income and $2,000 of dividends. How much of this income must Tomiko inclu...

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Q: Although Hank is retired, he is an excellent handyman and often

Although Hank is retired, he is an excellent handyman and often works part-time on small projects for neighbors and friends. Last week his neighbor, Mike, offered to pay Hank $500 for minor repairs to...

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Q: Jim recently joined the Austin Barter Club, an organization that facilitates

Jim recently joined the Austin Barter Club, an organization that facilitates the exchange of services between its members. This year Jim provided lawn-mowing services to other club members. Jim receiv...

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Q: Last year Acme paid Ralph $15,000 to install a

Last year Acme paid Ralph $15,000 to install a new air-conditioning unit at its headquarters building. The air conditioner did not function properly, and this year Acme requested that Ralph return the...

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Q: Louis files as a single taxpayer. In April of this year

Louis files as a single taxpayer. In April of this year he received a $900 refund of state income taxes that he paid last year. How much of the refund, if any, must Louis include in gross income under...

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