Refer to the preceding problem. For each case, determine CVFs tax basis in the security received in

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Refer to the preceding problem. For each case, determine CVF’s tax basis in the security received in the exchange.

Assume the taxable year is 2018.


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CVF owned 2,000 shares of Jarvis nonvoting common stock with a $225,000 basis. In each of the following cases, determine CVF’s recognized gain or loss on the disposition of this stock:

a. CVF exchanged it for 1,300 shares of Jarvis voting common stock worth $387,000.

b. CVF exchanged it for U.S. long-term bonds worth $317,500.

c. CVF exchanged it for 900 shares of Newton common stock worth $280,000. This exchange was not pursuant to a corporate reorganization involving Jarvis and Newton.

d. CVF exchanged it for 900 shares of Newton common stock worth $280,000. This exchange was pursuant to a corporate reorganization involving Jarvis and Newton.

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Principles Of Taxation For Business And Investment Planning 2019 Edition

ISBN: 9781260161472

22nd Edition

Authors: Sally Jones, Shelley C. Rhoades Catanach, Sandra R Callaghan

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