An IRS agent visited Henry's home to verify some information on his tax return. This visit was called a(n)

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A field audit involves an IRS agent visiting the taxpayer's home, business or other location to verify information on their tax return. Therefore, option D is the correct answer. Option A, a correspondence audit, involves the IRS sending a letter to the taxpayer requesting additional information or documentation. Option B, an office audit, involves the taxpayer going to an IRS office to provide additional information. Option C and E are not recognized terms in the tax audit process.

An IRS Agent Visited Henry's Home to Verify Some Information