PRINCIPLES OF TAXATION F/BUS.+INVEST.
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ISBN: 9781259917097
Author: Jones
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Chapter 17, Problem 1QPD
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Provide the difference between the general rules concerning the recognition of gross income from personal activities with the deductibility of personal expenses and losses.
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Tax or Taxes: Tax is an amount paid by the persons (individuals and business entities) to a civilized society.
As per the basic rule of income recognition, income from various sources is subjected to tax. Under this rule, income received through personal activities is subject to tax as similar to the income from the business, employment or investment activities. On other hand, incomes that are earned through personal expenses and losses are not deductible.
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