The Building Used in Tim's Business Was Condemned by the City

question 33

Multiple Choice

The building used in Tim's business was condemned by the city of Lafayette.Tim received a condemnation award of $125,000.He paid $1,200 in lawyer's fees and $800 for an appraisal of the property.Tim's adjusted basis in the building was $60,000.Tim reinvests in similar property costing $110,000,and Tim makes the proper election regarding the property.What is the amount of Tim's realized (not recognized) gain on the condemnation?

• A)$0
• B)$50,000
• C)$63,000
• D)$65,000

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Definitions:

Dividends

A company's profit-sharing with its investors, generally executed through financial payments.

Net Income

The net income of a company once all costs, taxes, and losses have been deducted.

Partial Equity Method

An accounting technique used when a company has significant influence over another company but does not control it outright, recognizing income to the extent dividends are received.

Net Income

The total earnings of a company after subtracting all expenses and taxes from total revenue.