Problem 11-42 (LO 11-3, LO 11-4) (Algo) [The following information applies to the questions displayed below.] On August 1 of year 0, Dirksen purchased a machine for $41,250 to use in its business. On December 4 of year 0, Dirksen sold the machine for $35,500. Use MACRS Table. Note: Loss amounts should be indicated by a minus sign. Do not round percentages used for calculations. Round other intermediate computations to the nearest whole dollar amount. Leave no answers blank. Enter zero if applicable. Problem 11-42 Part-a (Algo) a. What are the amount and character of the gain or loss Dirksen will recognize on the sale? Answer is complete but not entirely correct. Table 1 MACRS Half-Year Convention