• Q : Why 9-9-9-tax plan is a dangerous policy....
    Accounting Basics :

    Dr. Mark Skousen, in his article, "Raising Cain: Why the 9-9-9- Tax Plan is a Dangerous Policy", states that Republican Herman Cain has gotten quite a bit of publicity about his new 9-9-9 tax plan.

  • Q : Inventory tracking technology....
    Accounting Basics :

    And discuss how inventory tracking technology relates to Accounting Information System . Please relate to internal controls. Do you think this technology can be used effectively?

  • Q : Claim the standard deduction....
    Accounting Basics :

    John and Jill, who are married, reported 2012 itemized deductions of $7,500 and $500 respectively. John suggests that they file their Federal income tax returns separately-he will itemize his deduct

  • Q : Automobile accident-automobile accident....
    Accounting Basics :

    Problem: Juanita, who is single, is in an automobile accident in 2012 and her car sustains $6,200 in damages. Because both drivers received tickets in the accident, Juanita does not expect to recove

  • Q : Account for nonpayment of the loan....
    Accounting Basics :

    Although Pat had signed a note payable that contained interest payments and a maturity date, the loan had not been repaid this year when Pat died insolvent. For this year, assuming that the loan was

  • Q : Deductible entertainment expenses....
    Accounting Basics :

    Assuming the business meals and entertainment qualify as deductible entertainment expenses, what amount may Joe deduct as entertainment expenses?

  • Q : Deduction for moving expenses....
    Accounting Basics :

    Task: In which of the following situations is the taxpayer not allowed a deduction for moving expenses?

  • Q : Home office deductions....
    Accounting Basics :

    Dr. Austin is a self-employed surgeon who performs surgery at four hospitals. He uses his home for administrative duties as he does not have an office in any of the hospitals.

  • Q : Absorptive method of accounting....
    Accounting Basics :

    You are the vice president of operations for a small manufacturing company that uses the absorptive method of accounting for fixed manufacturing overhead, and you are approaching the end of the year

  • Q : Analyze financial statements in a for-profit company....
    Accounting Basics :

    1) How does one review and analyze financial statements in a for-profit company? 2) How does this compare to how financial statements are analyzed for a nonprofit organization?

  • Q : Accounting information systems to record debits-credits....
    Accounting Basics :

    What important information, related to the accounting equation, is captured by accounting information systems? How does this information get translated to the financial statements? Is it necessary f

  • Q : Taxation-ownership and income....
    Accounting Basics :

    Bendetta, a high-tax-rate taxpayer, owns several rental properties and would like to shift some income to her daughter, Jenine. Bendetta instructs her tenants to send their rent checks to Jenine so

  • Q : Language of irc section....
    Accounting Basics :

    How many distinct steps or requirements are contained in the language of IRC Section 351 (a) for non-recognition treatment, and what are they?

  • Q : Basic assumptions of accounting....
    Accounting Basics :

    Please assist me in explaining the given concepts: 1) The basic assumptions of accounting 2) The principles of accounting 3) The constraints of accounting

  • Q : Maximum allowable deduction under section 179....
    Accounting Basics :

    Elaine takes the maximum allowable deduction under section 179. Which of the following statements is true regarding the section 179 election?

  • Q : Recognized gross profit on an installment sale....
    Accounting Basics :

    In addition, Kyle paid $6,000 in commissions on the sale. What is the gross profit to be recognized in the current year?

  • Q : What is kevin gross profit percentage....
    Accounting Basics :

    The buyer assumed Kevin's existing mortgage of $40,000 and agreed to pay an additional $60,000 consisting of a cash down payment of $40,000, and payments of $4,000, plus interest, per year for the n

  • Q : Government accounting for a business person....
    Accounting Basics :

    Prepare an overview of government accounting for a business person, using the State of Georgia as an example. Describe the entity and evaluate the Management Discussion & Analysis (MD&A) sec

  • Q : Accounting profession and accounting processes....
    Accounting Basics :

    How does technology effect the accounting profession and accounting processes? Give examples for accountants and auditors. Also, discuss how information system are changing how accounting is perform

  • Q : Changes in accounting methods....
    Accounting Basics :

    I understand that non-recurring items such as adjustments for changes in accounting methods, extraordinary gains/losses, income from discontinued operations, etc. must not be included.

  • Q : Business processes in accounting information systems....
    Accounting Basics :

    Problem: Of all the business processes in the Accounting Information Systems (AIS), which do you think is the hardest to control and why? Be specific in your discussion of internal controls.

  • Q : Current break-even point in units and dollars....
    Accounting Basics :

    1) Determine the current break-even point in units and dollars. 2) Determine the expected profit assuming alternative #1 and sales of 3,200 units.

  • Q : Real world problem with fractions....
    Accounting Basics :

    Using the internet, find a real world example where fractions were used to solve a problem. Explain what the real world problem is, what the fractions mean in the problem and explain how the problem

  • Q : Potential investment properties....
    Accounting Basics :

    The Johnsons own a piece of investment real estate. They paid $500 of real property taxes on the property and they incurred $200 of expenses in travel costs to see the property and to evaluate other

  • Q : Transactions on the taxable business income....
    Accounting Basics :

    Joe reported the following financial information for his business activities during year 0. Determine the effect of each of the following transactions on the taxable business income.

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