Richard Has a 50% Interest in a Partnership,and He Materially

question 25

Multiple Choice

Richard has a 50% interest in a partnership,and he materially participates in the partnership's business.Richard's adjusted basis in the partnership was $60,000 at the beginning of the year,including his share of partnership liabilities.There were no distributions to Richard during the year.During the current year,the partnership borrowed $160,000 from a local bank to purchase equipment needed in the business.All of the partners are personally liable for all partnership debts.The partnership incurred a $320,000 loss this year.What amount can Richard claim as a loss from the partnership on his individual tax return this year?

• A)$60,000
• B)$80,000
• C)$140,000
• D)$160,000

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Definitions:

Loss

A decrease in money, resources, or value, often occurring when expenses exceed revenues in a business context or reflecting personal financial setbacks.

Price Range

The spectrum or extent between the highest and lowest prices of a commodity over a given period.

Shut Down Point

The point at which a company's revenue is exactly equal to its variable costs and it ceases operations to minimize losses.

Firm

A business organization, such as a corporation, partnership, or sole proprietorship, that sells goods or services in exchange for money.