Question 1: Under the general liquidation rules, Missouri Corporation is liquidated, with Jefferson receiving $5,000 in cash plus other property having a $6,000 FMV and assuming a $2,000 mortgage on the property. Jefferson's basis in his Missouri stock is $8,000. What is Jefferson 's amount realized and gain or loss recognized on the liquidation?

Question 2: Albert receives a liquidating distribution from Glidden Corporation as part of a complete redemption of its stock. Albert receives cash of $5,000 and other property with an adjusted basis of $6,000 and an FMV of $10,000. Albert's basis in the Glidden stock surrendered is $8,000. How much gain does he recognize?

Question 3: Zebra Corporation transfers assets with a $120,000 basis and a $250,000 FMV to Hat Corporation for common stock worth $200,000 and cash of $50,000. The exchange qualifies as a tax- free reorganization. Zebra Corporation distributes the stock and cash to its shareholders pursuant to its liquidation. How much gain must Zebra Corporation recognize?

Question 4: Dan purchases a 25% interest in the Haymarket Partnership for $20,000 on January 1, and begins to materially participate in the partnership's business. The Haymarket Partnership uses the calendar year as its tax year. At the time of the purchase, the Haymarket Partnership has $2,000 in liabilities, and Dan's share is 25%. During the year, the Haymarket Partnership incurs $8,000 in losses and its liabilities increase by $4,000. What is Dan's basis in his partnership interest on December 31?