Question

Dole, the sole owner of Enson Corp., transferred a building to Enson. The building had an adjusted tax basis of $35,000 and a fair market value of $100,000. In exchange for the building, Dole received $40,000 cash and Enson common stock with a fair market value of $60,000. What amount of gain did Dole recognize?
A. $0
B. $65,000
C. $40,000
D. $5,000

Answer 1

Answer:

C. $40,000

Explanation:

For computing the amount of the gain recognized, first we have to calculate the gain recognized based on the adjusted basis

= Cash received + fair market value of the stock - adjusted cash basis

= $40,000 + $60,000 - $35,000

= $100,000 -$35,000

= $65,000

But the cash is received for $40,000. So, only $40,000 of gain would be recognized. As in the case of transfer, if the amount is received other than the stock so the amount which is received is recognized as a gain i.e $40,000