8. Carl transfers land with a fair market value of $120,000, basis of $30,000, to a new...

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8. Carl transfers land with a fair market value of $120,000, basis of $30,000, to a new corporation in exchange for 85 percent of the corporation’s stock. The land is subject to a

$40,000 liability, which the corporation assumes. What amount of gain must Carl recognize as a result of this transaction?

a. $0

b. $40,000

c. $30,000

d. $10,000

e. None of the above LO 11.7

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Income Tax Fundamentals 2011

ISBN: 9780538469197

29th Edition

Authors: Gerald E. Whittenburg, Martha Altus-Buller

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