Question 1

Which of the following is an example of a regressive tax?
A) Federal income tax.
B) State and local taxes levied on property.
C) Sales tax.
D)Social security tax.

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Question 2

Which statement is correct with respect to marginal and average tax rates under a progressive tax structure?
A) At very high levels of taxable income, a taxpayer's marginal and average tax rates will be the same.
B) At very low levels of taxable income, a taxpayer's marginal and average tax rates will be the same.
C) For most taxpayers, the average tax rate is larger than the marginal tax rate.
D)Generalizations cannot be made. The question can only be answered with reference to the tax situation of a specific taxpayer.

Accepted Answer

Under a progressive tax structure, as income increases, the tax rate applied to the next dollar of income (marginal tax rate) also increases. At very low levels of taxable income, the taxpayer is likely in the lowest tax bracket, so their marginal and average tax rates are the same because all their income is taxed at the same rate. As income increases and enters higher tax brackets, the average tax rate (total tax divided by total income) becomes lower than the marginal tax rate because the average rate is a blend of the lower rates applied to the initial income and the higher rates applied to the last dollars earned.

Question 3

The average tax rate is the taxable income divided by the total tax liability.

Accepted Answer

The average tax rate is the total tax liability divided by the taxable income.

Question 4

Legislative regulations do not have the full effect of law.

Accepted Answer

Legislative regulations, once properly enacted or promulgated, have the full force and effect of law, as they are authorized by statutes passed by legislatures and are considered part of the legal framework.

Question 5

A tax rate structure where the tax rate remains at the same rate regardless of the tax base is:
A) A progressive rate structure.
B) A proportional rate structure.
C) A regressive rate structure.
D)None of these.

Accepted Answer

A proportional rate structure is also known as a flat tax, where the tax rate remains the same regardless of the tax base or income level. This means that everyone pays the same percentage of their income as taxes. It is different from a progressive rate structure where the tax rate increases as the tax base or income level increases, and a regressive rate structure where the tax rate decreases as the tax base or income level increases.

Question 6

Joe is an employee of Adams Company. Joe properly completed his Form 1040EZ tax return and was required to pay the IRS $1,372 at the time of filing. Joe's tax liability for the year is $1,372.

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Question 7

Which of the following would disqualify a taxpayer from filing a Form 1040EZ?
A) The taxpayer is married.
B) The taxpayer has interest income of $1,400.
C) The taxpayer is age 66.
D)The taxpayer received unemployment compensation income of $1,700.

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Question 8

The federal income tax is an example of a:
A) Progressive rate structure.
B) Proportional rate structure.
C) Regressive rate structure.
D)Flat tax structure.

Accepted Answer

The federal income tax is a progressive rate structure as the tax rate increases as income increases. The more you earn, the higher the percentage of your income you must pay in taxes.

Question 9

Jordan and Paul, a married couple, have taxable income of $46,125, which is taxed as follows:  Their average tax rate is:
A) 10%.
B) 12.5%.
C) 13%.
D)15%.

Accepted Answer

To calculate their average tax rate, we need to divide their total tax paid by their taxable income. Using the tax table provided, their total tax paid is $6,248.75. Dividing that by their taxable income of $46,125 gives an average tax rate of approximately 13.5%, which rounds down to 13%. Therefore, the best choice is C. Alternatively, if we look at the tax table, we can see that their taxable income falls in the $38,700 to $82,500 bracket, which has a tax rate of 15% for income over $38,700. Since their taxable income is just over that threshold, it's reasonable to expect their average tax rate to be somewhere between 13% and 15%. Therefore, the best choice is again C.

Question 10

A tax rate that increases as the tax base decreases is an example of what kind of tax rate structure?
A) Progressive.
B) Proportional.
C) Regressive.
D)Recessive.

Accepted Answer

A regressive tax rate structure means that as the tax base (income, for example) decreases, the tax rate increases disproportionately. This is often seen in sales taxes or flat taxes, where everyone is taxed at the same rate regardless of income level. This can have a greater impact on lower income earners, who may spend a larger proportion of their income on taxable goods and services.

Question 11

A paid tax preparer who violates the provisions of Circular 230 can be subject to civil, but not criminal, penalties.

Accepted Answer

A paid tax preparer who violates the provisions of Circular 230 can be subject to both civil and criminal penalties, depending on the nature and severity of the violation. Circular 230 outlines the regulations governing the practice of attorneys, certified public accountants, enrolled agents, enrolled actuaries, and other tax professionals before the IRS, including provisions for discipline and sanctions.

Question 12

A tax rate that remains the same as the tax base increases is an example of what kind of tax rate structure?
A) Progressive.
B) Proportional.
C) Regressive.
D)Recessive.

Accepted Answer

A proportional tax rate structure does not change as the tax base increases. This means that all taxpayers pay the same percentage of their income in taxes, regardless of how much they earn.

Question 13

The amount of tax liability calculated using the tax tables will always be the same as the amount calculated using the tax rate schedules.

Accepted Answer

This statement is false. The tax liability calculated using the tax tables may differ from the amount calculated using the tax rate schedules, depending on the taxpayer's income, deductions, and filing status.

Question 14

The tax rate is applied against the tax base to determine the amount of tax liability.

Accepted Answer

This statement is true. The tax rate is the percentage that is applied to the tax base, which is the amount to which the tax rate is multiplied to determine the amount of tax liability.

Question 15

With respect to the income tax formula, which of the following statements is correct?
A) The simplified income tax formula is only applicable to taxpayers with taxable income less than $100,000.
B) Tax liability is determined by applying an appropriate tax rate to total income.
C) Certain deductions from income are permitted before calculating tax liability.
D)Tax payments are ignored when calculating the tax refund or tax due with the return.

Accepted Answer

The income tax formula allows certain deductions from income, such as deductions for contributions to retirement plans or interest paid on certain loans, before calculating tax liability. Option A is incorrect because the simplified formula can be used by all taxpayers, regardless of their income level. Option B is also incorrect because tax liability is determined by applying tax rates to taxable income, not total income. Option D is incorrect because tax payments are taken into account when calculating the tax refund or tax due with the return.

Question 16

Jake earned $15,000 and paid $1,500 of income tax, while Jill earned $40,000 and paid $3,000 of income tax. The structure of the tax their income is subject to is:
A) Progressive.
B) Proportional.
C) Regressive.
D)Flat.

Accepted Answer

In a regressive tax system, the tax rate decreases as the income increases. Jake paid 10% of his income in taxes, while Jill paid only 7.5%, indicating a regressive structure.

Question 17

A tax rate that increases as the tax base increases is an example of what kind of tax rate structure?
A) Progressive.
B) Proportional.
C) Regressive.
D)Recessive.

Accepted Answer

A progressive tax rate structure means that as the tax base (income or wealth) increases, the tax rate also increases. This type of structure is meant to place a higher burden on those with a larger ability to pay and is typically used to promote greater income equality. This means that as individuals earn more, they pay a higher percentage of their income in taxes.

Question 18

Jordan and Paul, a married couple, have taxable income of $46,125, which is taxed as follows:  Their marginal tax rate is:
A) 10%.
B) 12.5%.
C) 13%.
D)15%.

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Question 19

Circular 230 applies only to paid tax preparers.

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Question 20

Which of the following statements is true with respect to marginal and average tax rates under a progressive tax structure?
A) Marginal rates are always larger than average rates.
B) Marginal rates are always smaller than average rates.
C) Average rates can only be calculated for taxpayers with income over $100,000.
D)Average rates are never more than marginal rates.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following statements is true...

Quiz 1: Introduction to Taxation, the Income Tax Formula, and Form 1040ez

Which of the following is an example of a regressive tax?

Which statement is correct with respect to marginal and average tax rates under a progressive tax structure?

The average tax rate is the taxable income divided by the total tax liability.

Legislative regulations do not have the full effect of law.

A tax rate structure where the tax rate remains at the same rate regardless of the tax base is:

Joe is an employee of Adams Company. Joe properly completed his Form 1040EZ tax return and was required to pay the IRS $1,372 at the time of filing. Joe's tax liability for the year is $1,372.

Which of the following would disqualify a taxpayer from filing a Form 1040EZ?

The federal income tax is an example of a:

Jordan and Paul, a married couple, have taxable income of $46,125, which is taxed as follows: Their average tax rate is:

A tax rate that increases as the tax base decreases is an example of what kind of tax rate structure?

A paid tax preparer who violates the provisions of Circular 230 can be subject to civil, but not criminal, penalties.

A tax rate that remains the same as the tax base increases is an example of what kind of tax rate structure?

The amount of tax liability calculated using the tax tables will always be the same as the amount calculated using the tax rate schedules.

The tax rate is applied against the tax base to determine the amount of tax liability.

With respect to the income tax formula, which of the following statements is correct?

Jake earned $15,000 and paid $1,500 of income tax, while Jill earned $40,000 and paid $3,000 of income tax. The structure of the tax their income is subject to is:

A tax rate that increases as the tax base increases is an example of what kind of tax rate structure?

Jordan and Paul, a married couple, have taxable income of $46,125, which is taxed as follows: Their marginal tax rate is:

Circular 230 applies only to paid tax preparers.

Which of the following statements is true with respect to marginal and average tax rates under a progressive tax structure?