Question

Use the following information for Jett Co. to answer the following question: 2015 2014 Sales 1,200 1,000 COGS 850 700 Operating Expenses 200 200 Income Taxes 30 35 Jett Co.'s average tax rates for 2015 and 2014 are: A. 15.5% and 10.0% B. 20.0% and 35.0% C. 25.8% and 35.4%. D. 31.4% and 36.8%.

Answer 1

Answer:

B. 20.0% and 35.0%

Explanation:

Jett Co.'s Average tax rates for 2015 = Income taxes paid / Taxable income

When, Taxable Income = Sales - Cost of goods sold - Operating expenses

= $1,200 - $850 - $200

= $150

Hence, Jett Co.'s Average tax rates for 2015 = $30 / $150

= 20%

Jett Co.'s Average tax rates for 2014 = Income taxes paid / Taxable income

When Taxable Income = Sales - Cost of goods sold - Operating expenses

= $1,000 - $700 - $200

= $100

Hence,  Jett Co.'s Average tax rates for 2014 = $35 / $100

= 35%