The income tax rate for Hudson Refinery has been 35% for each of its 12 years of operation. Companyforecasters expect a much-debated tax reform bill to be passed by Congress early next year. The new tax measurewould increase Hudson’s tax rate to 42%. When measuring this year’s deferred tax liability, which rate shouldHudson use?

The income tax rate for Hudson Refinery has been 35% for each of its 12 years of operation. Companyforecasters expect a much-debated tax reform bill to be passed by Congress early next year. The new tax measurewould increase Hudson’s tax rate to 42%. When measuring this year’s deferred tax liability, which rate shouldHudson use?

CONCEPTS IN FED.TAX.,2020-W/ACCESS

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Chapter15: Choice Of Business Entity—other Considerations

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