### Question
How does the law define compensation?


### Answer
Under *26 U.S.C. § 414*, **compensation** is defined as:

> given such term by section 415(c)(3).

#### Citation:
  - *26 U.S.C. § 414*
  - Heading: **Subtitle A-Income Taxes > CHAPTER 1-NORMAL TAXES AND SURTAXES > Subchapter D-Deferred Compensation, Etc. > PART I-PENSION, PROFIT-SHARING, STOCK BONUS PLANS, ETC. > Subpart B-Special Rules**

