Discussion Question 13-2 (LO. 1)

Carol and Dave each purchase 100 shares of stock of Burgundy, Inc., a publicly owned corporation, in July for $10,000 each. Carol sells her stock on December 31 for $8,000. Because Burgundy's stock is listed on a national exchange, Dave is able to ascertain that his shares are worth $8,000 on December 31. Does the tax law treat the decline in value of the stock differently for Carol and Dave?

Select the letter from the dropdown list for the statement that is true regarding the tax treatment of Carol and Dave's stock shares.

a.	They are treated the same as both experienced a decline in stock value that is considered a realization event.
b.	They are treated differently because the loss in value of Carol's stock is the result of a sale, while the loss in value of Dave's stock is simply a decline in value.
c.	They are treated the same because Carol and Dave have a decline in fair market value, which is considered the relevant factor.

The correct statement is: .