Which of the Following Statements Best Describes the Tax Results

question 111

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes the tax results to a shareholder in a section 351 transaction when liabilities on property transferred to the corporation are assumed by the corporation?

• A)Liabilities assumed by a corporation on a section 351 transfer are always treated as boot.
• B)Liabilities assumed by a corporation on a section 351 transfer are never treated as boot.
• C)Liabilities assumed by a corporation on a section 351 transfer are treated as boot if the total liabilities assumed exceed the total basis of the assets transferred.
• D)Liabilities assumed by a corporation on a section 351 transfer are treated as boot if there is no business purpose for the assumption of the liabilities by the corporation.

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