Robot Corporation is liquidated, with Marty receiving property having an adjusted basis of $60,000 and an FMV of $90,000. The property is subject to an $80,000 mortgage, which Marty assumes. Marty's basis in the Robot stock surrendered is $50,000. Marty must recognize
A)a $40,000 loss.
B)no gain or loss.
C)a $60,000 gain.
D)none of the above.

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The Answer of Robot Corporation is liquidated, with Marty receiving property having an adjusted basis of $60,000 and an FMV of $90,000. The property is subject to an $80,000 mortgage, which Marty assumes. Marty's basis in the Robot stock surrendered is $50,000. Marty must recognize
A)a $40,000 loss.
B)no gain or loss.
C)a $60,000 gain.
D)none of the above.

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