Rust Corporation Distributes Property to Its Sole Shareholder, Andre

question 167

Multiple Choice

Rust Corporation distributes property to its sole shareholder, Andre. The property has a fair market value of $350,000, an adjusted basis of $205,000, and is subject to a liability of $220,000. Current E & P is $500,000. With respect to the distribution, which of the following statements is correct?

• A) Rust has a gain of $15,000 and Andre has dividend income of $350,000.
• B) Rust has a gain of $145,000 and Andre's basis in the distributed property is $130,000.
• C) Rust has a gain of $130,000 and Andre's basis in the distributed property is $350,000.
• D) Rust has a gain of $145,000 and Andre has dividend income of $130,000.
• E) None of the above.

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Definitions:

Output Effect

The change in total output resulting from adjusting the production of one good in response to price changes, while holding utility constant.

Fixed Proportions

A production process where inputs are used in strict, unchangeable ratios.

Substitution Effect

The change in consumption patterns due to a change in the relative prices of goods, leading consumers to substitute one good for another.

Demand Curve

A graph displaying the relationship between the price of something and the quantity demanded at those prices.