McGraw-Hill's Taxation of Individuals 2020 Edition
11th Edition
ISBN: 9781260432596
Author: SPILKER, Brian
Publisher: MCGRAW-HILL HIGHER EDUCATION
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Explain the different types of federal and state taxes that may affect the given transaction.
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