Silvio, a cash basis, calendar year taxpayer, filed his income tax return 75 days after the due date. Silvio never extended his return, and with the return he paid the full amount of taxes that were due. What penalties will Silvio incur, and how much is the penalty if his additional tax is $5,000? Disregard any additional interest he must pay.

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The Answer of Silvio, a cash basis, calendar year taxpayer, filed his income tax return 75 days after the due date. Silvio never extended his return, and with the return he paid the full amount of taxes that were due. What penalties will Silvio incur, and how much is the penalty if his additional tax is $5,000? Disregard any additional interest he must pay.

Silvio, a Cash Basis, Calendar Year Taxpayer, Filed His Income