Monty Company distributed $70,000 to Susan in redemption of all her stock. Susans basis in the stock

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Monty Company distributed $70,000 to Susan in redemption of all her stock. Susan’s basis in the stock is $20,000 and her pro rata share of earnings and profits is $30,000. Assuming all the requirements for a redemption are met, how should Susan treat the distribution for federal income tax purposes?

a. $0

b. $20,000 dividend income

c. $30,000 dividend income and $20,000 capital gain

d. $50,000 capital gain

e. None of the above

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CCH Federal Taxation Basic Principles 2020

ISBN: 9780808051787

2020 Edition

Authors: Ephraim P. Smith, Philip J. Harmelink, James R. Hasselback

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