Use Info Sheet-Processing Tax Forms to answer the multiple choice questions below. Click on the letter of the correct answer. To assess your answers, click the Check My Answers button at the bottom of the page.

 

1) When must taxpayers file a return?

	A. when taxpayers complete the forms
	B. by midnight of filing deadline
	C. when notified by mail
	D. it varies by state

2) Ignoring earnings from lawn mowing

	A. taxpayers receive discount coupons to use a tax professional service for next year's return
	B. taxpayers are placed on an automatic audit list for seven years
	C. the return is mailed back to the taxpayer to correct calculation errors
	D. the IRS corrects the return and advises the taxpayer.

3) Not reporting interest earned on savings account

	A. accept the adjustment proposed by the IRS--the IRS is always right.
	B. disregard the adjustment.
	C. appeal; any disagreement is resolved in hearing or in court.
	D. complete a new tax form and resubmit the return

4) Keeping a log of contributions to charity

	A. for verification and information.
	B. for money to pay for fines.
	C. to attend a tax preparation seminar.
	D. to visit the nearest IRS office.