Concept explainers
a.
To calculate: The tax loss on the sale and the related tax benefit.
Introduction:
Tax loss:
It is the loss incurred when the total deduction claimed in a financial year exceeds the total assessable income of the year.
Tax benefit:
It is the allowable deductions on the assessable income of the taxpayer, with an intent to reduce the tax liability and burden of the taxpayer.
MACRS depreciation method:
MACRS stands for modified accelerated cost recovery system, which is a tool of depreciation used in the U.S. for tax purposes. This system places all the assets into categories with pre-specified depreciation periods.
b.
To calculate: The gain and related tax on the sale of asset.
Introduction:
Tax liability:
An amount of tax that is owed by a company or an individual to the taxing authority is termed as tax liability.
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