Chapter 16, Problem 16.18E

To determine

Taxable Income

The amount of adjusted gross income which is liable to be taxed is known as taxable income

Deferred Tax

Deferred tax is an amount i.e. computed on the basis of tax liability on the income as per income statement and the income as per tax return, that difference is known as deferred tax. Deferred tax amount is deferred to the next financial year.

Deferred tax asset

When the Income Tax Expense account is more than the Income Tax Payable account, this difference is known as Deferred Tax Asset.

Deferred tax liability

When the Income Tax Expense account is less than the Income Tax Payable account, this difference is known as Deferred Tax Liability.

To determine: The amount necessary to record income taxes for 2016 and prepare journal entry.