Business FinancesQuestion 508 of 690
California Form DE 542 must be filed by a contractor with the Employment Development Department (EDD) within how many days of paying or contracting with an independent contractor for $600 or more in services?
a.10 days
b.20 days
c.30 days
d.60 days
Explanation
California requires businesses to file the DE 542 (Report of Independent Contractor(s)) with the EDD within 20 days of either making payments totaling $600 or more or entering a contract for $600 or more — whichever is earlier. This helps the state enforce child-support obligations.
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