What should you do to ensure tax is not charged at a new non-taxable location for an existing customer?

• A. Detach the new location from the customer
• B. Mark the location as exempt in the system
• C. Associate the new location with the customer and mark it as non-taxable
• D. Create a new customer record for the location

Answer: (C)

To ensure that tax is not charged at a new non-taxable location for an existing customer, associating the new location with the customer and marking it as non-taxable is the most effective approach. This method directly integrates the new location into the existing customer profile, maintaining continuity in their account while applying the appropriate non-taxable status.

When marking the new location as non-taxable in the system, it becomes clear to the billing and transaction processes that this location should not incur tax charges. This ensures compliance with tax regulations and avoids any potential confusion during transactions.

The other methods, such as detaching the location from the customer or creating a new customer record, would complicate the customer's account management and could lead to inconsistent data. By keeping everything under one customer profile and designating the location as non-taxable, it streamlines processes and keeps records organized.