DeMarcus and Brianna Are Married and Live in a Common

question 133

Multiple Choice

DeMarcus and Brianna are married and live in a common law state.They jointly own real property with an adjusted basis of $200,000.When the property has a FMV of $450,000,DeMarcus dies leaving all of the property to Brianna.If she later sells the property for $650,000,what is Brianna's gain on the sale?

• A)$200,000
• B)$225,000
• C)$325,000
• D)$450,000

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Definitions:

Pinion Gear

A small gear that engages with a larger gear or rack, transferring motion and force in mechanical systems such as steering mechanisms.

Top Land

In an engine, the top land represents the highest section of the piston between the piston ring and the crown, impacting compression and efficiency.

Backlash

The play or gap between meshing gears, allowing for necessary movement without binding in mechanical systems.

Tooth Contact Pattern

Refers to the alignment and engagement between gear teeth, impacting the efficiency and noise level of the gear operation.