Solved

Mr Ricardo Exchanged 75 Shares of Haslet Common Stock for 516

Question 48

Multiple Choice

Mr. Ricardo exchanged 75 shares of Haslet common stock for 516 shares of Newland common stock pursuant to a reorganization of the two corporations. His basis in the Haslet stock was $49,200, and the fair market value of the Newland stock was $138,000. Which of the following statements about the exchange is true?


A) Mr. Ricardo recognizes no gain and takes a $138,000 basis in the Newland stock.
B) Mr. Ricardo recognizes an $88,800 gain and takes a $138,000 basis in the Newland stock.
C) Mr. Ricardo recognizes no gain and takes a zero basis in the Newland stock.
D) Mr. Ricardo recognizes no gain and takes a $49,200 basis in the Newland stock.

Correct Answer:

verifed

Verified

Unlock this answer now
Get Access to more Verified Answers free of charge

Related Questions

Unlock this Answer For Free Now!

View this answer and more for free by performing one of the following actions

qr-code

Scan the QR code to install the App and get 2 free unlocks

upload documents

Unlock quizzes for free by uploading documents