Question

9. Which, if either, of the following statements is or are false?I. Tax exempt income received by a partnership, for example, municipal bond interest, does not increase a partner’s basis in his/her partnership interest because the income is not taxable.II. A partner who receives a current property distribution (other than cash), made pro rata to all the partners, will not have to report a gain with respect to the distribution.a. I only.b. II only.c. Both I and II.d. Neither I nor II.

Answer 1

Answer:

C) Both I and II

Explanation:

A partner's tax basis increases as partnership income and gain is allocated to the partner, including the partner's share of tax-exempt income like municipal bonds. The partner must also report a gain on his/her distributive share of partnership items like property, machinery, vehicles or merchandise distribution.