Elaine Constantine, who is single, sells her current personal residence with adjustable basis of $170,000 for $455,000.

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Elaine Constantine, who is single, sells her current personal residence with adjustable basis of $170,000 for $455,000. She has owned and lived in the house for over 25 years. Her selling expenses are $25,000.

(a): What is Elaine's realized and recognized gain?

(b): Explain the meaning of the terms:

1. Adjusted basis

2. Realized gain

3. Amount realized or gain

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South Western Federal Taxation 2017 Essentials Of Taxation Individuals And Business Entities

ISBN: 9780357109144

20th Edition

Authors: William A. Raabe, David M. Maloney, James C. Young, Annette Nellen

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