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Which IRS publication is the primary general reference guide for individual income tax preparation, covering topics such as filing status, dependents, and income?

1 Publication 501
2 Publication 519
3 Publication 504
4 Publication 17
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Executive Overview: Passing the IRS Enrolled Agent (EA) Exam

Quick Answer / Definition:

An Enrolled Agent (EA) is a federally-authorized tax practitioner who has demonstrated technical expertise in taxation and is empowered by the U.S. Department of the Treasury to represent taxpayers before the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). EAs hold unlimited representation rights, equivalent to CPAs and attorneys.

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  • Exam Format: 3 parts, 100 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) per part.
  • Testing Centers: Administered globally in person at Prometric test locations.
  • Passing Threshold: Scaled passing score of 105 (ranging from 40 to 130).
  • Salary Outlook: Average annual salary in the US is $72,500, with top managers exceeding $125,000.
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Part 1: Individuals

Which IRS publication is the primary general reference guide for individual income tax preparation, covering topics such as filing status, dependents, and income?

Publication 501
Publication 519
Publication 504
Publication 17
Part 2: Businesses

Sophia forms Bloom Florist as a sole proprietorship with three employees. She pays wages and federal unemployment taxes. Does Bloom Florist need an Employer Identification Number (EIN)?

No, because EINs are only for corporations
No, because sole proprietorships never need EINs
Only if her annual revenue exceeds $25,000
Yes, because she has employees and pays employment taxes
Part 3: Representation, Practices & Procedures

Marcus is an attorney in good standing who wants to represent a client in an IRS collection matter. Which statement about his ability to practice before the IRS is correct?

He has full practice rights and is subject to Circular 230.
He must first register as an Enrolled Agent to appear before the IRS.
He can only represent clients whose returns he personally prepared.
He needs a PTIN even though he is not preparing a return.
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Frequently Asked Questions About the EA Exam

The EA exam has 3 parts, each with 100 multiple-choice questions and a 3.5-hour time limit. You can take each part in any order.

The EA exam is challenging but absolutely passable with consistent preparation. HKS Institute students achieve a 98% pass rate using our adaptive MCQ bank and simulations.

You need a scaled score of 105 (out of 130) to pass each part. This is roughly 70–75% correct answers depending on difficulty weighting.

Yes! Indian Chartered Accountants are among the most successful EA candidates. HKS Institute has courses specifically designed to bridge Indian and US taxation concepts.

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