Answer:
The statement that best explains why the taxes on discontinued operations are reported separately from taxes on continuing operations is:
The taxes on discontinued operations are not expected to recur in future years.
Explanation:
Discontinued operations refer to the cessation of some business activities or segments. Â They are usually reported as a separate line item. Â Therefore, all the gains and losses for that discontinued division must be reported separately on the company's income statement. The purpose is to distinguish them from those of continuing operations.