Steve Sells His 20% Partnership Interest Having a $28,000 Basis

Steve sells his 20% partnership interest having a $28,000 basis to Nancy for $40,000 cash. At the time of the sale, the partnership has no liabilities and its assets are as follows: The receivables and inventory are Sec. 751 assets. There is no agreement concerning the allocation of the sales price. Steve must recognize

A) no gain or loss.
B) $12,000 ordinary income.
C) $12,000 capital gain.
D) $14,000 ordinary income and $2,000 capital loss.