To compute Luong Corporation's federal taxable income and regular tax liability, let's go through the reconciliation process and make the necessary adjustments:
Start with net income per books: $1,000,000
Add back book expenses that are not deductible for tax purposes:
Meal expenses not provided by a restaurant: $8,000
Entertainment costs: $10,000
Total adjustments: $18,000
Net income before book-to-tax adjustments: $1,000,000 + $18,000 = $1,018,000
Deduct tax-exempt income (dividends received):
Dividends received from a 25% stock interest: $10,000
Dividends received from a 5% stock interest: $4,000
Total adjustments: $14,000
Taxable income before book-to-tax adjustments: $1,018,000 - $14,000 = $1,004,000
Add non-deductible expenses for tax purposes:
Capital losses: $10,000
Total adjustments: $10,000
Taxable income after book-to-tax adjustments: $1,004,000 + $10,000 = $1,014,000
Determine depreciation difference:
Book depreciation: $400,000
MACRS depreciation: $475,000
Depreciation difference: $475,000 - $400,000 = $75,000
Taxable income after depreciation adjustment: $1,014,000 - $75,000 = $939,000
Calculate federal taxable income:
Federal taxable income: $939,000
Compute the regular tax liability using the applicable tax rates for the corporation's taxable income.
Please note that the specific tax rates and calculations may vary depending on the tax year and any changes in tax laws or regulations. It is recommended to consult with a tax professional or reference the appropriate tax forms and instructions for accurate calculations based on the current tax laws and regulations.