Question

Taylor Company began manufacturing operations on January 2, 20X1. During 20X1 Taylor reported pre-tax book income of $150,000 and had taxable income of $200,000. Taylor had a temporary difference relating to accrued product warranty costs which are expected to be paid as follows: 20X2$30,00020X3$15,00020X4$5,000 The enacted tax rates are 21% for 20X1 and 20X2; and 25% for 20X3 and 20X4. The deferred tax asset at the end of 20X1 is:

Answer 1

Answer:

$11,300

Explanation:

The computation of the deferred tax asset is shown below:

= 21%(20X2 Expense) + 25%(20X3 and 20X4 Expense)

= 21%($30,000) + 25%($15,000) + 25%($5,000)

= $6,300 + $3,750 + $1,250

= $11,300