Question

This year henry realized a gain on the sale of an antique car that he inherited from his uncle. the buyer has promised to pay henry in installment payments over the next few years. identify the principle that will determine when henry should be taxed on the gain from the sale: assignment of income. constructive receipt. return of capital principle. wherewithal to pay. all of the choices are correct.

Answer 1

the answer to this question is Wherewithal to pay
In the wherewithal to pay concept,  the Income will be recognized in the period in which the company has the means to pay the tax on the income. Often times, company make their report to show a loss on purpose in order to postpone the tax payments