Question

question 10 of 10
if someone has filed a tax return in your name, you should do all of the
following, except:

a. respond to any letters issued from the internal revenue service
(irs).

b. continue to pay taxes.

c. contact the person who filed the fraudulent return.

d. continue to file tax returns.

Explanation:

When a tax return is fraudulently filed in one's name, responding to IRS letters (A) is necessary to address the issue, continuing to pay taxes (B) and file tax returns (D) are appropriate to maintain compliance. However, contacting the fraudster (C) is not advisable as it can put one at risk and is not a recommended action by tax authorities or legal guidelines.

Answer:

C. contact the person who filed the fraudulent return.