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Personal Income Taxation and Filing Quiz

#1

What is the deadline for filing individual income tax returns in the United States for most taxpayers?

April 15th
Explanation

Typical deadline for tax filing.

#2

Which of the following forms is used by most taxpayers to file their federal income tax return in the United States?

Form 1040
Explanation

Common tax form for individuals.

#3

What is the term for the form that employers must provide to employees by January 31 each year, summarizing their earnings and taxes withheld for the previous year?

Form W-2
Explanation

Employee earnings summary form.

#4

What is the term used to describe income earned from investments, such as interest, dividends, and capital gains?

Passive income
Explanation

Income from investments.

#5

Which of the following expenses is typically NOT deductible on a federal income tax return?

Grocery expenses
Explanation

Non-deductible expense category.

#6

What is the term used to describe a deduction from taxable income for a taxpayer, their spouse, and eligible dependents?

Tax exemption
Explanation

Reduction in taxable income for individuals and dependents.

#7

Which of the following is NOT an example of taxable income?

Gifts from family members
Explanation

Non-taxable income category.

#8

Which of the following filing statuses is NOT recognized by the United States tax system?

Domestic partnership
Explanation

Filing status not recognized.

#9

What is the term used to describe income received but not yet taxed, such as interest earned on investments?

Tax-deferred income
Explanation

Income postponed from taxation.

#10

Which of the following is a tax credit available to low and moderate-income individuals and families in the United States?

Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Explanation

Tax credit for low to moderate incomes.

#11

What is the purpose of Form W-4?

To claim dependents for tax purposes
Explanation

Document for tax withholding information.

#12

Which of the following expenses is deductible as an itemized deduction on Schedule A of Form 1040?

Charitable contributions
Explanation

Allowable deduction for charitable donations.

#13

What is the maximum annual contribution limit for an Individual Retirement Account (IRA) in the United States for individuals under 50 years old?

$6,000
Explanation

IRA contribution limit for under 50s.

#14

Which of the following tax forms is used to report income earned from self-employment?

Form 1099-MISC
Explanation

Form for reporting self-employment income.

#15

Which of the following is NOT a tax-deductible expense for self-employed individuals?

Entertainment expenses
Explanation

Non-deductible expense category.

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