The IRS audited the tax returns of Dan Jackson, a gifted painter. It contended that, between 2003 and 2005, Jackson received $500,000 for his paintings, but reported only $75,000. Jackson attributed the shortfall to his receipt of cash at art fairs and street fairs. He allegedly concealed the cash payments in separate bank accounts unbeknownst to his CPA. What tax compliance issues regarding the alleged underreporting are pertinent to the CPA?

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The Answer of The IRS audited the tax returns of Dan Jackson, a gifted painter. It contended that, between 2003 and 2005, Jackson received $500,000 for his paintings, but reported only $75,000. Jackson attributed the shortfall to his receipt of cash at art fairs and street fairs. He allegedly concealed the cash payments in separate bank accounts unbeknownst to his CPA. What tax compliance issues regarding the alleged underreporting are pertinent to the CPA?

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