18. The following are examples of corporate expenses deductible from gross income, except one a. Expenses paid to an advertising firm in order to create a favorable image for the corporation b. Contribution to drum up business like contribution of softdrinks to barrio fiesta c. Premiums on life insurance covering the life of an employee if the beneficiary is his heir d. Representation expenses designed to promote business

18. The following are examples of corporate expenses deductible from gross income, except one a. Expenses paid to an advertising firm in order to create a favorable image for the corporation b. Contribution to drum up business like contribution of softdrinks to barrio fiesta c. Premiums on life insurance covering the life of an employee if the beneficiary is his heir d. Representation expenses designed to promote business

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Chapter3: Corporations: Introduction And Operating Rules

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