Individual Tax Issues - CPA Regulation (REG)
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Jake and Andrea contribute to more than half of the support of their three children, Kenny, Bryan, and Jennifer. Kenny, age 20, worked full time at the local bakery and earned $20,000. Bryan, 18, is a part-time college student who earned $6,000 working as a resident assistant in the student dormitory where he lived half the year. Jennifer, age 25, is an aspiring actress who lives at home with Jake and Andrea. Jennifer earned $2,500 for three commercials she starred in. Who qualifies as a dependent for Jake and Andrea under either the rules of qualifying child or qualifying relative?
Jake and Andrea contribute to more than half of the support of their three children, Kenny, Bryan, and Jennifer. Kenny, age 20, worked full time at the local bakery and earned $20,000. Bryan, 18, is a part-time college student who earned $6,000 working as a resident assistant in the student dormitory where he lived half the year. Jennifer, age 25, is an aspiring actress who lives at home with Jake and Andrea. Jennifer earned $2,500 for three commercials she starred in. Who qualifies as a dependent for Jake and Andrea under either the rules of qualifying child or qualifying relative?
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Only Bryan and Jennifer qualify. Bryan is considered a qualifying child since he is under age 19, lives with his parents half the year, and receives more than half his support from his parents. Jennifer is considered a qualifying relative since she is a child of the parents, receives more than half her support from them, and makes less than $4,300 in gross income. Kenny is over 19, not a college student, and makes over $4,300 in gross income, which disqualifies him as a dependent.
Only Bryan and Jennifer qualify. Bryan is considered a qualifying child since he is under age 19, lives with his parents half the year, and receives more than half his support from his parents. Jennifer is considered a qualifying relative since she is a child of the parents, receives more than half her support from them, and makes less than $4,300 in gross income. Kenny is over 19, not a college student, and makes over $4,300 in gross income, which disqualifies him as a dependent.
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The Kent family has a 21 year old son Andrew, who is a full-time student at a university. Andrew received $10,000 in scholarships this year for academic achievement. He also works part time at the bookstore and earned $5,400 this year. The Kents paid $7,000 to support Andrew this year. Andrew was home for two months in the summer and at school for the rest of the year. Andrew used the scholarship, the wages from his part time job, and the money from his parents as his only source of support this year. Which of the following status’ does Andrew meet?
The Kent family has a 21 year old son Andrew, who is a full-time student at a university. Andrew received $10,000 in scholarships this year for academic achievement. He also works part time at the bookstore and earned $5,400 this year. The Kents paid $7,000 to support Andrew this year. Andrew was home for two months in the summer and at school for the rest of the year. Andrew used the scholarship, the wages from his part time job, and the money from his parents as his only source of support this year. Which of the following status’ does Andrew meet?
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Andrew meets the definition of qualifying child for the Kent family. He meets the close relative test because he is their son. He is under the age of 24 and is a full-time student so he meets the age limit. He meets the residency requirements because his principal place of residence is his parents home since he is only away as a student. He also does not provide more than half of his own support.
Andrew meets the definition of qualifying child for the Kent family. He meets the close relative test because he is their son. He is under the age of 24 and is a full-time student so he meets the age limit. He meets the residency requirements because his principal place of residence is his parents home since he is only away as a student. He also does not provide more than half of his own support.
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Of the following, which is or are among the requirements to enable taxpayers to be classified as a “qualifying widower”? A) The dependent has lived with the taxpayer for six months B) The taxpayer has maintained the cost of the principal residence for six months
Of the following, which is or are among the requirements to enable taxpayers to be classified as a “qualifying widower”? A) The dependent has lived with the taxpayer for six months B) The taxpayer has maintained the cost of the principal residence for six months
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These requirements do not enable a taxpayer to be classified as a qualifying widower.
These requirements do not enable a taxpayer to be classified as a qualifying widower.
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Jared has two children, an 18-year-old son and a 20-year-old daughter who is a full-time student. Both children have not made more than $1,000 each from their part-time jobs. Which of the following children would qualify as a qualifying relative or child?
Jared has two children, an 18-year-old son and a 20-year-old daughter who is a full-time student. Both children have not made more than $1,000 each from their part-time jobs. Which of the following children would qualify as a qualifying relative or child?
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Both of these children qualify as qualifying children. They are close relatives, they are within the age limit, receive their support from their father, and do not make enough income themselves.
Both of these children qualify as qualifying children. They are close relatives, they are within the age limit, receive their support from their father, and do not make enough income themselves.
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Under a divorce settlement, Joan transferred her 50% ownership of their personal residence to Jim. The joint basis of the residence was $200,000. At the time of the transfer, the property’s fair market value was $300,000. What was Joan’s recognized gain and Jim’s basis for the residence?
Under a divorce settlement, Joan transferred her 50% ownership of their personal residence to Jim. The joint basis of the residence was $200,000. At the time of the transfer, the property’s fair market value was $300,000. What was Joan’s recognized gain and Jim’s basis for the residence?
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In this instance, there is no gain recognized because no consideration changed hands. Additionally, since Jim was an original owner of the home, upon the settlement Joan’s 50% share transfers to him, but the basis does not change.
In this instance, there is no gain recognized because no consideration changed hands. Additionally, since Jim was an original owner of the home, upon the settlement Joan’s 50% share transfers to him, but the basis does not change.
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Decker, a 62-year-old single individual, sold his principal residence for the net amount of $500,000 after all selling expenses. Decker bought the house 15 years ago and occupied it until it was sold. On the date of sale, the house had a cost basis of $200,000. Within six months, Decker purchased a new house for $600,000. What amount of gain should Decker recognize from the sale of the residence?
Decker, a 62-year-old single individual, sold his principal residence for the net amount of $500,000 after all selling expenses. Decker bought the house 15 years ago and occupied it until it was sold. On the date of sale, the house had a cost basis of $200,000. Within six months, Decker purchased a new house for $600,000. What amount of gain should Decker recognize from the sale of the residence?
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For individuals, the maximum exclusion of gain for individuals on the sale of their home is $250,000; the amount goes up to $500,000 for married couples who file jointly. Since Decker, a single taxpayer, sold the house at a gain of $300,000 ($500,000 less the original cost of $200,000), he may take the $250,000 exclusion and the remainder, $50,000, is a taxable gain. The cost of the new house does not affect the amount of exclusion or recognized gain.
For individuals, the maximum exclusion of gain for individuals on the sale of their home is $250,000; the amount goes up to $500,000 for married couples who file jointly. Since Decker, a single taxpayer, sold the house at a gain of $300,000 ($500,000 less the original cost of $200,000), he may take the $250,000 exclusion and the remainder, $50,000, is a taxable gain. The cost of the new house does not affect the amount of exclusion or recognized gain.
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In December, Year 11, Douglas, a single taxpayer, purchased a new residence for $200,000. Douglas lived in the residence continuously from Year 11 until selling the residence in July, Year 18, for $455,000. What amount of gain is recognized from the sale of the residence on Douglas’ Year 18 tax return?
In December, Year 11, Douglas, a single taxpayer, purchased a new residence for $200,000. Douglas lived in the residence continuously from Year 11 until selling the residence in July, Year 18, for $455,000. What amount of gain is recognized from the sale of the residence on Douglas’ Year 18 tax return?
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For individuals, the maximum exclusion of gain for individuals on the sale of their home is $250,000; the amount goes up to $500,000 for married couples who file jointly. Since Douglas, a single taxpayer, sold the house at a gain of $255,000 ($455,000 less the original cost of $200,000), he may take the $250,000 exclusion and the remainder, $5,000, is a taxable gain.
For individuals, the maximum exclusion of gain for individuals on the sale of their home is $250,000; the amount goes up to $500,000 for married couples who file jointly. Since Douglas, a single taxpayer, sold the house at a gain of $255,000 ($455,000 less the original cost of $200,000), he may take the $250,000 exclusion and the remainder, $5,000, is a taxable gain.
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A owns a second residence that is used for both personal and rental purposes. During the current year, A used the second residence for 50 days and rented the residence for 200 days. Which of the following is correct?
A owns a second residence that is used for both personal and rental purposes. During the current year, A used the second residence for 50 days and rented the residence for 200 days. Which of the following is correct?
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As the second property was personally used for more than 14 days, any net loss from the rental of the property will be disallowed
As the second property was personally used for more than 14 days, any net loss from the rental of the property will be disallowed
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Andrew and Brittany are married. They have resided full time in their principal residence for the last 20 years. They have decided to sell their home. Once the transaction was finalized, they were presented with the final amounts. Sale price = $750,000 Cost basis = $100,000. How much of a gain must the two recognize from the sale on their joint tax return?
Andrew and Brittany are married. They have resided full time in their principal residence for the last 20 years. They have decided to sell their home. Once the transaction was finalized, they were presented with the final amounts. Sale price = $750,000 Cost basis = $100,000. How much of a gain must the two recognize from the sale on their joint tax return?
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Each spouse would be able to claim their $250,000 deduction against the gain of sale of a principal residence. Together, this deduction would total $500,000. $750,000-$100,000-$500,000=$150,000
Each spouse would be able to claim their $250,000 deduction against the gain of sale of a principal residence. Together, this deduction would total $500,000. $750,000-$100,000-$500,000=$150,000
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For a move of principal residence within the United States due to a change in job, which expenses can be deducted as moving expenses?
For a move of principal residence within the United States due to a change in job, which expenses can be deducted as moving expenses?
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Only moving expenses for military orders are deductible now under current tax legislation.
Only moving expenses for military orders are deductible now under current tax legislation.
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In which of the following scenarios would the head of household filing status be available to the taxpayer?
In which of the following scenarios would the head of household filing status be available to the taxpayer?
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Head of household is available to unmarried or legally separated taxpayers who maintain the principle residence of a qualifying dependent for at least half the year. The taxpayer’s parent does not have to live with the taxpayer, but the taxpayer must maintain the home of the parent. Individuals who do not qualify as children are subject to a gross income limitation of $4,300 to be considered a dependent.
Head of household is available to unmarried or legally separated taxpayers who maintain the principle residence of a qualifying dependent for at least half the year. The taxpayer’s parent does not have to live with the taxpayer, but the taxpayer must maintain the home of the parent. Individuals who do not qualify as children are subject to a gross income limitation of $4,300 to be considered a dependent.
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Which of the following is (are) among the requirements to enable a taxpayer to be classified as a “qualifying widow(er)”?
I. A dependent has lived with the taxpayer for six months.
II. The taxpayer has maintained the cost of the principal residence for six months.
Which of the following is (are) among the requirements to enable a taxpayer to be classified as a “qualifying widow(er)”?
I. A dependent has lived with the taxpayer for six months.
II. The taxpayer has maintained the cost of the principal residence for six months.
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Requirements to file as a qualifying widow(er) are that the suriving spouse must pay over half the cost of maintaining a household where a dependent child lives for the whole taxable year.
Requirements to file as a qualifying widow(er) are that the suriving spouse must pay over half the cost of maintaining a household where a dependent child lives for the whole taxable year.
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Mike and Maggie met at a New Year’s Eve party held December 31, Year 12. They instantly bonded, fell madly in love, and were married at 11:49pm that night. Identify Maggie’s filing status for Year 12.
Mike and Maggie met at a New Year’s Eve party held December 31, Year 12. They instantly bonded, fell madly in love, and were married at 11:49pm that night. Identify Maggie’s filing status for Year 12.
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For tax purposes, the taxpayer’s status as either single or married (if filing jointly) for a tax year is dependent upon the taxpayer’s status as of the end of the tax year. Since Maggie was married by the end of the tax year, the only applicable status from the options above is “married filing jointly.”
For tax purposes, the taxpayer’s status as either single or married (if filing jointly) for a tax year is dependent upon the taxpayer’s status as of the end of the tax year. Since Maggie was married by the end of the tax year, the only applicable status from the options above is “married filing jointly.”
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Jacob and Sarah are in the process of obtaining a divorce. While not legally separated yet, Jacob has moved out of the house by October of the current year. The couple’s children lived with Sarah in the family home for more than half of the tax year. What filing status can Sarah use to file her current year tax return?
Jacob and Sarah are in the process of obtaining a divorce. While not legally separated yet, Jacob has moved out of the house by October of the current year. The couple’s children lived with Sarah in the family home for more than half of the tax year. What filing status can Sarah use to file her current year tax return?
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The two taxpayers are still married at year-end and can file as either joint or separate.
The two taxpayers are still married at year-end and can file as either joint or separate.
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Taylor, whose spouse had died during the prior year has not remarried. Taylor maintains a home for the dependent child. What is Taylor’s most advantageous filing status?
Taylor, whose spouse had died during the prior year has not remarried. Taylor maintains a home for the dependent child. What is Taylor’s most advantageous filing status?
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A qualifying widower is a taxpayer who may use the joint tax return standard deduction and rates for each of two taxable year following the death of a spouse unless he or she remarries.
A qualifying widower is a taxpayer who may use the joint tax return standard deduction and rates for each of two taxable year following the death of a spouse unless he or she remarries.
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Can two taxpayers who were married but lived apart during the year file as married filing jointly?
Can two taxpayers who were married but lived apart during the year file as married filing jointly?
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The criteria for married filing jointly is simply marriage. Distance, children, or any other factor do not play a role. If the couple was legally separated, they would not be able to file married filing jointly either.
The criteria for married filing jointly is simply marriage. Distance, children, or any other factor do not play a role. If the couple was legally separated, they would not be able to file married filing jointly either.
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The following year-1 annual report was received by Clark from the qualified defined contribution plan provided by Clark's employer:
- Beginning balance: $12,700
- Employer contribution: 600
- Plan earnings: 250
- Ending balance: $13,550
What income must be included in Clark's gross income for year 1?
The following year-1 annual report was received by Clark from the qualified defined contribution plan provided by Clark's employer:
- Beginning balance: $12,700
- Employer contribution: 600
- Plan earnings: 250
- Ending balance: $13,550
What income must be included in Clark's gross income for year 1?
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Clark did not receive the money in the qualified defined contribution plan, and as such will not have to report the income. Depending on the type of defined contribution plan, Clark may have to report benefits received as income, but only after he is eligible for regular distributions from the retirement plan.
Clark did not receive the money in the qualified defined contribution plan, and as such will not have to report the income. Depending on the type of defined contribution plan, Clark may have to report benefits received as income, but only after he is eligible for regular distributions from the retirement plan.
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With regard to the inclusion of Social Security benefits in gross income, for the Year 18 tax year, which of the following statements is correct?
With regard to the inclusion of Social Security benefits in gross income, for the Year 18 tax year, which of the following statements is correct?
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Inclusion of Social Security benefits in gross income is largely dependent on the amount and types of other income a taxpayer receives in the year. The result is that these benefits may not be taxed at all, or that at most 85% of benefits will be included in gross income.
Inclusion of Social Security benefits in gross income is largely dependent on the amount and types of other income a taxpayer receives in the year. The result is that these benefits may not be taxed at all, or that at most 85% of benefits will be included in gross income.
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Parker was employed for part of the year. Parker received $35,000 of wages, $6,400 from a state unemployment compensation plan, and $2,000 from her former employer’s company paid supplemental unemployment benefit plan. What is the amount of Parker’s gross income?
Parker was employed for part of the year. Parker received $35,000 of wages, $6,400 from a state unemployment compensation plan, and $2,000 from her former employer’s company paid supplemental unemployment benefit plan. What is the amount of Parker’s gross income?
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Each of these items is included in taxable income. Wages are generally taxable, as are any unemployment benefits received, no matter the source.
Each of these items is included in taxable income. Wages are generally taxable, as are any unemployment benefits received, no matter the source.
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A cash basis taxpayer should report gross income:
A cash basis taxpayer should report gross income:
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A cash basis taxpayer should report gross income for the year in which income is either actually or constructively received, whether in cash or in property.
A cash basis taxpayer should report gross income for the year in which income is either actually or constructively received, whether in cash or in property.
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