Question: 2. For each of the differences listed explain the difference in plain English by making up an example. Also explain why it is temporary. See

2. For each of the differences listed explain the difference in plain English by making up an example. Also explain why it is temporary. See example below

Plain English description

Why is this temporary

Is this difference currently favorable to the taxpayer?

Depreciation

The equipment is depreciated straight-line for book purposes, but under accelerated depreciation (MACRS) for tax purposes

Although tax depreciation is higher this year, in future years book depreciation will be higher. By its nature, accelerated depreciation means that depreciation deductions go down each year

Yes. The annual depreciation deduction is higher than depreciation expense. This results in lower taxable income and lower taxes actually paid this year.

Gain

Bad debt expense

Warranty expense

Deferred compensation

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