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Which of the following, are errors on your tax return that are considered an accident?

A.
Federal errors

B.
Penalty errors

C.
Good faith errors

D.
Civil errors

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C. Good faith errors

An "accident" on a tax return generally means an honest mistake made despite taking reasonable care — a good-faith error. These can sometimes avoid penalties if you can show reasonable cause and not willful neglect.