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

question 74

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 AB Corporation's basis for the machines?

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

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