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A tax liability is created upon the sale of an asset whenever:Select one:a.the firm is profitable.b.the asset has been partially depreciated.c.the corporation keeps two sets of books.d.the asset's market value exceeds its book value.Clear my choice

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A tax liability is created upon the sale of an asset whenever:Select one:a.the firm is profitable.b.the asset has been partially depreciated.c.the corporation keeps two sets of books.d.the asset's market value exceeds its book value.Clear my choice

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The correct answer is:

d. the asset's market value exceeds its book value.

Here's why:

A tax liability is created when an asset is sold for more than its book value. The book value of an asset is its original cost minus any depreciation. If the market value (the price it is sold for) is higher than the book value, the difference is considered a capital gain and is subject to tax. Therefore, a tax liability is created.

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