23 . Identify which of the following statements is true. A) In general, a noncorporate shareholder that
Question:
23. Identify which of the following statements is true.
A) In general, a noncorporate shareholder that receives a distribution in complete liquidation of the liquidating corporation recognizes his or her entire realized gain as a capital gain.
B) The basis for nonmoney property received by a noncorporate shareholder as part of a liquidating distribution is the same as its basis on the books of the liquidating corporation.
C) The liquidating corporation does not recognize gains and losses when making a distribution of nonmoney property.
D) All of the above are false.
24. The stock of Delaney Corporation is 70% owned by Richard and 30% owned by Richard's sister, Kristin. During 2017, Kristin transferred property (basis of $100,000 and FMV of $120,000) as a contribution to the capital of Delaney. During May 2017, Delaney adopted a plan of liquidation and subsequently made a pro rata distribution of the property back to Richard and Kristin. At the time of the liquidation, the property had an FMV of $80,000. What amount of loss can be recognized by Delaney on the distribution of property?
A) $0
B) $30,000
C) $45,000
D) $100,000
South Western Federal Taxation 2015
ISBN: 9781305310810
38th edition
Authors: William H. Hoffman, William A. Raabe, David M. Maloney, James C. Young