A flood damaged a machine used in Ralphs business. The machine had been purchased 2 years earlier at a cost of $14,000, and Ralph had claimed $4,000 in depreciation. The FMV of the machine was $18,000 before the flood and $3,000 after the flood. The machine was insured, and Ralph was reimbursed $12,000. What is Ralphs gain or loss from the casualty?

• A.$2,000 loss.
• B.$3,000 loss.
• C.$2,000 gain.
• D.$15,000 loss.