EmploymentQuestion 1085 of 1632
Which forms does a new employee typically complete so the employer can withhold the correct income taxes?
a.Only a contractor's license application
b.Federal Form W-4 and California Form DE 4
c.A workers' compensation claim form
d.A Cal/OSHA citation
Explanation
New employees complete Form W-4 (federal) and Form DE 4 (California) so the employer can withhold the correct amount of income tax. Along with Form I-9 and new-hire reporting, these are standard parts of properly onboarding an employee, as distinct from an independent contractor.
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