Funds Beginner: Taxes on Mutual Fund Income

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1.
Which would you rather own in a taxable account?
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It depends on which is the better aftertax performer. If you're investing in a taxable account, it's wise to consider taxes when investing. However, don't let the tax tail wag the investment dog. What's most important is how much you keep after taxes, not how much Uncle Sam gets.
2.
When you exchange mutual fund shares from one fund to another in a fund family, it is a tax-free exchange.
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False. An exchange is considered a sale and purchase for tax purposes, except in qualified retirement plans.
3.
Which of the following are not taxed?
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Capital losses. They are not income.
4.
Which IRS tax form shows the proceeds of mutual fund share sales?
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1099-B. This form reports the sales of shares.
5.
Capital gains distributions are taxed at your ordinary income tax rate.
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False. They are taxed at either the short-term or the long-term rate, whichever is applicable.