_____ Panex owns 100% of the outstanding common stock of Sanex, a foreign subsidiary located in a country having a 20% income tax rate and a 5% dividend withholding tax. For 2006, Sanex reported net income of $600,000 and paid dividends of $300,000. Concerning the 2006 undistributed earnings of $300,000, Panex's intent is to have Sanex (a) distribute $200,000 as dividends when cash becomes available and (b) reinvest $100,000 indefinitely (to be used for internal expansion). Assume a 40% U.S. income tax rate. How much income tax expense will be recorded on Sanex's books for 2006?
A) $120,000
B) $144,000
C) $150,000
D) $165,000
E) $180,000

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The Answer of _____ Panex owns 100% of the outstanding common stock of Sanex, a foreign subsidiary located in a country having a 20% income tax rate and a 5% dividend withholding tax. For 2006, Sanex reported net income of $600,000 and paid dividends of $300,000. Concerning the 2006 undistributed earnings of $300,000, Panex's intent is to have Sanex (a) distribute $200,000 as dividends when cash becomes available and (b) reinvest $100,000 indefinitely (to be used for internal expansion). Assume a 40% U.S. income tax rate. How much income tax expense will be recorded on Sanex's books for 2006?
A) $120,000
B) $144,000
C) $150,000
D) $165,000
E) $180,000

_____ Panex Owns 100% of the Outstanding Common Stock of Sanex