Identify Which of the Following Statements Is True

question 28

Multiple Choice

Identify which of the following statements is true.

• A)The exchange of stock for services rendered is not a taxable transaction.
• B)The repeal of Sec. 351 would result in more existing businesses being incorporated.
• C)Section 351 was enacted to allow taxpayers to incorporate without incurring adverse tax consequences.
• D)All of the above are false.

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Definitions:

Valid Consideration

An essential element in the formation of a contract, referring to something of value (such as goods, services, or money) exchanged by the parties that induces them to enter into the agreement.

Illusory Consideration

An apparent promise or agreement that lacks a real commitment and therefore does not form a binding contract.

Adequacy of Consideration

An evaluation of whether something of legally sufficient value has been given in exchange for a promise or action, as part of a contract.

Fair Market Value

An estimate of the market value of a property, based upon what a knowledgeable, willing, and unpressured buyer would probably pay to a knowledgeable, willing, and unpressured seller in the market.