18 Multiple Choice 1 point Zachrecelves a notification from the IRS that he owes money. All of the following Indicate that this could be a scam EXCEPT... The IRS texts him from an unknown number The IRS threatens to send local law enforcement if he does not send the money he owesinatimely manner The IRS sends him a formalletter in the mall notifying him of taxes he owes The IRS calls him and demands he pay taxes he owes within 24 hours

## Step 1<br />The problem presents a scenario where Zach receives a notification from the IRS that he owes money. The question asks us to identify which of the following options does NOT indicate that this could be a scam.<br /><br />## Step 2<br />We need to understand the typical behaviors of the IRS. The IRS does not typically use text messages, especially from unknown numbers, to communicate with taxpayers. This is because text messages are not a secure method of communication and can be easily spoofed.<br /><br />## Step 3<br />The IRS also does not threaten to send local law enforcement if a taxpayer does not pay their debt in a timely manner. This is an aggressive and threatening tactic that the IRS does not use.<br /><br />## Step 4<br />The IRS does not call taxpayers and demand immediate payment within 24 hours. This is a common tactic used by scammers to create a sense of urgency and pressure the taxpayer into making a quick decision.<br /><br />## Step 5<br />However, the IRS does send formal letters to taxpayers notifying them of taxes they owe. This is a standard procedure and is not indicative of a scam.