Under what circumstances is the tax result in Problem C:2-55 beneficial, and for which shareholders?

Can you suggest ways to enhance the tax benefit?

See photo for C:2-55 that will have the necessary facts to answer the question above.

 

C:2-55 On June 3 of the current year, Eric, Florence, and George form Wildcat Corporation and transfer the following items: Item Transferred Basis to Number of Common Shares Transferor Asset Transferor FMV Issued $200,000 S50,000 -0- 25,000 -0- 25,000 Eric Land 500 Florence Equipment 250 George Legal services 250 Eric purchased the land (a capital asset) five years ago for $200,000. Florence purchased the equipment three years ago for $48,000. The equipment has been fully depreciated.