Norman Transfers Machinery That Has a $45,000 Basis and a $105,000

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Essay

Norman transfers machinery that has a $45,000 basis and a $105,000 FMV and $30,000 in money to Elnor Corporation in exchange for 50 shares of Elnor stock.The machinery,used in Norman's business,originally cost him $150,000 and is subject to a $84,000 liability which Elnor Corporation assumes.Kate exchanges $51,000 cash for the remaining 50 shares of Elnor stock.
a)What is the amount and character of Norman's recognized gain or loss?
b)What is his basis in the Elnor stock?
c)What is Elnor's basis in the machinery?
d)What is the amount and character of Kate's recognized gain or loss?
e)What is Kate's basis in the Elnor stock?
f)When do Norman and Kate's holding periods for their stock begin?

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Definitions:

Bank Reconciliation

Bank reconciliation is the process of matching and comparing the account records held by a company with the bank statements to ensure accuracy and consistency in financial records.

Petty Cash Fund

A small amount of cash kept on hand in a business for minor expenses.

Delivery Expenses

Costs incurred by a company in distributing its products to customers, including shipping fees and handling charges.

Merchandise Inventory

Goods that a company holds for the purpose of selling them to customers, reported as a current asset on the balance sheet.