Question: Information for Hobson Corp. for the current year ($ in millions): Income from continuing operations before tax $ 260 Loss on discontinued operation (pretax) 20

Information for Hobson Corp. for the current year ($ in millions):

Income from continuing operations before tax $ 260
Loss on discontinued operation (pretax) 20
Temporary differences (all related to operating income):
Accrued warranty expense in excess of expense included in operating income 20
Depreciation deducted on tax return in excess of depreciation expense 20
Permanent differences (all related to operating income):
Nondeductible portion of entertainment expense 10

The applicable enacted tax rate for all periods is 40%. What is Hobson's income tax payable for the current year?

Multiple Choice

  • $88 million.

    Incorrect
  • $60 million.

  • $32 million.

  • $100 million.

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