IAB Taxation & Compliance

Question 1

What is the purpose of taxation in a business?

Accepted Answer

To contribute to government revenue and support public services.

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To reduce the company’s profits.

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To penalize businesses.

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To help businesses increase their capital.

Question 2

What is the main difference between income tax and value-added tax (VAT)?

Accepted Answer

Income tax is a direct tax on earnings, while VAT is an indirect tax on goods and services.

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Income tax is collected from employees, while VAT is collected from consumers.

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Both are applied to products and services.

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Income tax is not required for businesses.

Question 3

Why is tax compliance important for businesses?

Accepted Answer

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To avoid legal penalties and ensure smooth operations.

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To gain financial benefits from tax authorities.

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To increase the company’s profits.

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To avoid paying taxes.

Question 4

What is the purpose of a tax audit?

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To verify the accuracy of tax filings and ensure compliance.

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To increase the company’s tax liability.

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To reduce the company’s tax burden.

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To identify financial fraud.

Question 5

What is a tax deduction?

Accepted Answer

An expense that reduces the taxable income.

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An amount added to the business’s income.

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An increase in the tax rate.

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An amount paid to the tax authorities.

Question 6

What is VAT registration?

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It allows the business to collect VAT from customers and claim back VAT on purchases.

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It is a procedure to increase the business’s tax rates.

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It exempts businesses from paying VAT.

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It helps businesses avoid tax audits.

Question 7

What is the difference between gross income and net income?

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Gross income is before deductions, while net income is after deductions.

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Gross income includes taxes, while net income does not.

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There is no difference between gross and net income.

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Gross income is always higher than net income.

Question 8

Why are tax credits important for businesses?

Accepted Answer

They reduce the tax liability of the business.

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They increase the business’s tax rate.

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They allow businesses to pay taxes in installments.

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They increase business expenses.

Question 9

What is tax evasion?

Accepted Answer

The illegal act of avoiding taxes through fraudulent means.

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The legal act of reducing tax liabilities.

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The practice of applying for tax credits.

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The legal act of paying taxes late.