Identify Which of the Following Statements Is True

question 51

Multiple Choice

Identify which of the following statements is true.

• A)Acquisition of the stock of a target corporation in a taxable acquisition transaction is reflected in an increased basis for the target corporation's assets on its books.
• B)Acquisition of 100% of the stock of a target corporation in a taxable transaction followed by a tax-free liquidation of the target corporation permits a step-up in the basis of the target corporation's assets to their FMV.
• C)Usually when 100% of the stock of a target corporation is purchased by an acquiring corporation, the basis of the assets of the target corporation reflects the purchase price of the target stock.
• D)All of the above are false.

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Definitions:

Estimated Realizable Value

The anticipated amount of money that an asset is expected to bring upon sale or disposition, after accounting for costs of sale or disposal.

Accounts Receivable

Accounts receivable are amounts owed to a company by its customers for goods or services delivered on credit but not yet paid for.

Allowance Method

The allowance method is an accounting technique that estimates and accounts for bad debts, recognizing that a certain percentage of accounts receivable may not be collectible.

Bad Debts Expense

The portion of accounts receivable that is estimated to be uncollectible during a period.