On December 1, 2018, Rebecca Ward, a single taxpayer, comes to you for tax advice. At the end of every year, she donates $5,000 to charity. She has no other itemized deductions. This year, she plans to make her charitable donation with stock. She presents you with the following information relating to her stock investments:

Which stock should Rebecca donate to charity? What other tax advice would you give her?

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FMV on Dec. 1 Adjusted Date Purchased Corporation Sycamore Basis 5/22/13 9/10/14 9,600 2,900 5,400 7,800 3,800 4,900 Oak Redwood 6/15/18