Discuss APA CPP-Remote Exam Topic 6 Question 56

When an ER is advised by the IRS that an EE's Form W-4 is invalid, what action must the ER take?

AAll future Forms W-4 must be sent to the IRS as long as the EE is being paid.

BERs have no obligation to change exemptions unless notified by the EE through a new Form W-4.

CWithhold on the basis of information provided by the IRS.

DThe ER should send notice at the end of the quarter, requesting that the EE contact the IRS to clear up the problem.

Suggested Answer: C

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32 comments · newest first

Ronnie 10 months ago

So we just withhold based on IRS info? That’s surprising!

Tammara 11 months ago

Definitely not A, that sounds like a paperwork nightmare!

Coleen 11 months ago

Wait, I thought we had to notify the employee first?

Shanice 11 months ago

I disagree, B seems more accurate. No need to act unless the EE updates.

Martina 11 months ago

C is the correct answer. The IRS info takes precedence.

Chi 12 months ago

I recall something about notifying the employee, but I can't remember if it was at the end of the quarter or not. Is that what option D is about?

Leatha 12 months ago

I practiced a question like this, and I think the employer has to take action based on IRS info. So, option C seems likely, but I'm not 100% confident.

Tambra 12 months ago

I'm not entirely sure, but I feel like the employer might not have to do anything unless the employee submits a new W-4. That could be option B, right?

Glenn 1 year ago

I think I remember that if the IRS says the W-4 is invalid, the employer has to withhold based on IRS guidelines. So, maybe it's option C?

Talia 1 year ago

I feel pretty good about this question. The employer has to withhold taxes based on the IRS notification, not just send a notice to the employee at the end of the quarter. I think Option C is the correct answer.

Giuseppe 1 year ago

Okay, I think I've got this. The employer needs to withhold taxes based on the information provided by the IRS when they notify the employer that the employee's W-4 is invalid. Option C looks like the right answer here.

Valda 1 year ago

Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. I'll need to re-read the question and options closely to make sure I understand the correct procedure the employer must follow in this situation.

Letha 1 year ago

This seems like a straightforward question about employer responsibilities when the IRS deems an employee's W-4 invalid. I'll carefully review the options and think through the appropriate action the employer must take.

Nieves 1 year ago

This is a tricky one. I'm not entirely confident, but I'm leaning towards Option C as the best choice. The employer has to withhold taxes according to the IRS notification, not just wait for the employee to submit a new W-4.

Melissa 1 year ago

I'm a bit confused by the different data structures presented. I'll need to carefully review the question and the options to make sure I understand which one is the most appropriate.

Denae 2 years ago

That makes sense, it's important to follow the IRS guidelines in such situations.

Annabelle 2 years ago

I think the employer should withhold based on the information provided by the IRS.

Rickie 2 years ago

I'm voting for C. The IRS knows best when it comes to these tax matters, so you better listen up!

Ceola 2 years ago

Haha, imagine if the ER just ignored the IRS and kept using the invalid W-4. That would be a recipe for disaster!

Ronny 2 years ago

Option D seems a bit too passive. Why not take the initiative and send that notice right away?

Tracey 2 years ago

↳ replying to Ronny

Option D is more proactive and ensures the issue is resolved promptly.

Peggie 2 years ago

↳ replying to Ronny

C) Withhold on the basis of information provided by the IRS.

Paul 2 years ago

↳ replying to Ronny

A) All future Forms W-4 must be sent to the IRS as long as the EE is being paid.

Deangelo 2 years ago

Hmm, I'd say B is the best choice. Let the employee handle it with the IRS, right?

Nobuko 2 years ago

↳ replying to Deangelo

That makes sense, the employer should follow the IRS instructions to avoid any issues.

Fernanda 2 years ago

↳ replying to Deangelo

I think the employer should withhold based on the information provided by the IRS.

Naomi 2 years ago

↳ replying to Deangelo

But what if the employee doesn't take action? Shouldn't the employer step in?

Johanna 2 years ago

↳ replying to Deangelo

I agree, the employee should be responsible for updating their own Form W-4.

Corazon 2 years ago

Option C is the way to go. You gotta do what the IRS tells you, no questions asked!

Jolene 2 years ago

↳ replying to Corazon

Willow 2 years ago

↳ replying to Corazon

Denae 2 years ago

What should an employer do if an employee's Form W-4 is invalid?

APA CPP-Remote Exam - Topic 6 Question 56 Discussion