Mastering the Definition of Income for Tax Purposes

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Which of the following is NOT included in the classification of 'income' according to Section 17 of the Income Tax Act?

  • Annuities
  • Emoluments
  • Gains or profits from any business
  • Dividends (correct)

What is the definition of 'income' for tax purposes according to the text?

  • A tax on emoluments
  • A tax on gains or profits
  • A tax on a person's income (correct)
  • A tax on transactions or things

Why is it not possible to exhaustively define the term 'income' according to the text?

  • Because the term 'income' has multiple meanings (correct)
  • Because the term 'income' is too broad to define
  • Because the Income Tax Act does not provide a definition
  • Because the term 'income' is not relevant for tax purposes

What is the significance of knowing the definition of 'income' for tax purposes?

<p>To classify different types of income (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which legislation provides a classification of what is included in the term 'income'?

<p>Income Tax Act (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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