A Transfers Machines Valued at $170,000 (Basis = $150,000) Along

question 37

Multiple Choice

A transfers machines valued at $170,000 (basis = $150,000) along with $30,000 cash to AB Corporation and B transfers real property valued at $320,000 (basis = $310,000) to the corporation. A receives 40 percent of the outstanding stock and B receives 60 percent. B also receives $20,000 from the corporation. What is A's basis for his AB stock?

• A) $180,000
• B) $170,000
• C) $160,000
• D) $150,000

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