Which items are part of verifying acceptance before moving forward after a verbal 'yes'?

• A. Update EIN & Legal Name; FICA/FUTA/SUTA docs
• B. SUTA SAWB rate notices
• C. Applicable credits
• D. Update EIN & Legal Name; FICA/FUTA/SUTA docs; SUTA SAWB rate notices; Applicable credits

Answer: (C)

The key idea here is understanding what needs to be confirmed before you greenlight the next steps after a verbal agreement. Verifying acceptance is about locking in items that directly affect future costs or eligibility. Applicable credits fit this goal because they can reduce payroll taxes or provide incentives, which changes the financial terms and the scope of what you’ll deliver. Confirming these credits ensures both parties are aligned on the financial impact before proceeding.

The other items are important setup and compliance tasks that would be needed as part of getting everything in place (like updating the EIN and legal name, and collecting FICA/FUTA/SUTA documentation or reviewing SUTA SAWB rate notices). They establish correct tax records and regulatory compliance, but they don’t determine whether you can move forward after the initial yes. They’re prerequisites for the ongoing administration, not gating items for the acceptance decision itself.

So, focusing on applicable credits for verification ensures you address the elements that directly influence costs and eligibility before progressing, which is why that item is the one that belongs in the verification step.