1. Can a business include any short-term or long-term gain or loss into its calculation of the Qualified Business Income? If so, what rule allows it to include the gain or loss? If not, what specific rule prohibits it?

1. Can a business include any short-term or long-term gain or loss into its calculation of the Qualified Business Income? If so, what rule allows it to include the gain or loss? If not, what specific rule prohibits it? FOR FULL CREDIT, PROVIDE A LINK TO THE RULE, REGULATION, ETC., THAT SUPPORTS YOUR RESPONSE. (15 points)