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Titan Industies has a statutory rate of 21%. Its Effective Tax Rate (ETR) is 15%.

Which of the following is the most likely explanation for this 6% difference?

  1. The company used accelerated depreciation for tax purposes.
  2. The company increased its valuation allowance during the year.
  3. The company operates in foreign jurisdictions with lower tax rates.
  4. The company has significant non-deductible executive compensation.

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