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Using the distribution from a 401(k) to pay federal taxes owed is not an exception to the 10% early distribution penalty.
The amount distributed is entered on your tax return as ordinary income. The early distribution penalty will be entered on your tax return as a tax liability.
Yes. The 401(k) distribution will be taxed at your marginal tax rate,
Paying your tax bill isn't an exemption to the 10% early distribution penalty, so if you're younger than 59 1/2, you'll have to pay the penalty on top of income taxes on the distribution.
See this IRS document.
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