8. Which statement best describes the concept of the \"double taxation\" of corp

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8. Which statement best describes the concept of the "double taxation" of corporation income?

A. Corporate income is subject to two levels of taxation: the regular tax and the alternative minimum tax.

B. Corporate income is taxed twice at the corporate level: first when earned and then a second time if appreciated property is distributed to a shareholder.

C. Corporate income is taxed when earned by a C corporation and then a second time at the shareholder level when distributed as a dividend.

D. Corporate income is subject to two levels of taxation: at the federal level and a second time at the state level.

Explanation / Answer

The correct answer is option (C). Corporate income is taxed when earned by a C corporation and then a second time at the shareholder level when distributed as a dividend.

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