Answer:Of the $40,000 distribution, ....$28,000....................... is taxed as a dividend and $12,000...................represents a return of capital.
Explanation:
we will first compute dividend income for Holly
Loss from operations in the year =$36,000
Loss accrued till October 1st, since it accrues ratably
January - September= 9 months
36,000 x 9/12 = $27,000
But E&P at start of the year = $55,000
Therefore, E&P at October 1st = $55,000- $27,000 = $28,000
The remaining balance. $28,000 after the losses accrued have been deducted will be treated as dividend income
From the statement, the total cash distributed to Holly is $40,000,
$28,000 as calculated from above Is taxed as a dividend and $12,000 ( $40,000- $28,000) represents a return of capital.
