On January 31 of this year, Mallory pays $800 for an option to acquire 100 shares of Mesa Corporation common stock for $85 per share. As a result of an increase in the market value of the Mesa stock, the market price of the option increases and Mallory sells the option for $1,000 on August 4 As a result of the sale, Mallory must recognize

On January 31 of this year. Mallory pays $800 for an option to acquire 100 shares of Mesa Corporation common stock for $85 per share. As a result of an increase in the market value of the Mesa stock, the market price of the option increases and Mallory sells the option for $1,000 on August 4 As a result of the sale, Mallory must recognize