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What is the most inclusive category of compensation included in employment income?
What is the most inclusive category of compensation included in employment income?
- Salary and wages
- All items of remuneration earned from an employment position (correct)
- Bonuses for past performance
- Commissions and gratuities
According to the content, when is employment income recognized for tax purposes?
According to the content, when is employment income recognized for tax purposes?
- When the payment is earned
- When the payment is received (correct)
- When the tax year ends
- When the work is completed
Which of the following is NOT explicitly mentioned as a form of compensation included in employment income?
Which of the following is NOT explicitly mentioned as a form of compensation included in employment income?
- Stock options (correct)
- Signing bonuses
- Director's Fees
- Honoraria
What is the primary purpose of the rule discussed in the text?
What is the primary purpose of the rule discussed in the text?
If an employee receives a salary payment in January for work performed in December of the previous year, when is this income included for tax purposes?
If an employee receives a salary payment in January for work performed in December of the previous year, when is this income included for tax purposes?
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Employment Income Scope
Employment Income Scope
Includes all formal compensation arrangements like salary and bonuses for employees.
Types of Compensation
Types of Compensation
Formal arrangements like wages, commissions, bonuses, gratuities, and fees paid to employees.
Income Inclusion Timing
Income Inclusion Timing
Amount must be included in income for tax in the year received, not earned.
Salary Example Timing
Salary Example Timing
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Broad Definition of Remuneration
Broad Definition of Remuneration
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Study Notes
Employment Income
- Employment income includes formal compensation arrangements like salary, wages, commissions, gratuities, bonuses (including past performance and signing bonuses), honoraria, and director's fees.
- All remuneration earned from an employee or officer position must be included.
- Income is reported in the tax year received, not necessarily the year earned.
- For example, a January salary for work in December is included in the January year's tax.
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