The Installment Method Applies Where a Payment Will Be Received

question 52

Multiple Choice

The installment method applies where a payment will be received after the tax year of the sale:

• A) By an investor who sold real estate at a gain.
• B) By an investor who sold real estate at a loss.
• C) By an appliance dealer who sold inventory at a gain.
• D) By an investor who sold IBM Corporation common stock at a gain.
• E) None of the above.

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Definitions:

Market Prices

The ongoing rate for buying or selling an asset or service in a designated trading area.

Remaining Cash

The amount of money a company has left after all its transactions have been accounted for.

Capital Balances

The amounts shown in a company's capital accounts, reflecting the capital owned by its owners or shareholders.

Liquidation

The process of converting assets into cash or other assets by selling them to pay off creditors or distribute the remaining assets to shareholders.