Lem Lumberjack sells 100 shares (basis of $5,000) of Redwood Corporation common stock on March 8, 2012, for $4,000. On March 29, 2012, Lem purchases 50 shares of Redwood Corporation common stock for $2,500. Lem's recognized loss on the sale is:
A) $1,000
B) $500
C) $1,500
D) $0

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the sale and subsequent purchase of 50 shares is a wash sale since March 8 to March 29 is 21 days. However, the loss on the other 50 shares may be recognized

Lem Lumberjack Sells 100 Shares (Basis of $5,000) of Redwood