Patnode recorded a 2005 tax expense of $3,000. What amount did it pay to the tax authorities during 2005? Taxes payable is $9400.

A $2,400
B $7,000
C $600
D $5,400

I am really confused here, I think the answer might be a or d. I don't know how to actually calculate this. Is there a formula to use. Please help.

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In general, to find the cash paid:

Take opening bal, add expense for the year, deduct closing balance. The difference is the cash paid.