Under the General Liquidation Rules, Kansas Corporation Is Liquidated, with Sam

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Essay

Under the general liquidation rules, Kansas Corporation is liquidated, with Sam Topeka receiving $20,000 in cash plus other property having a $24,000 FMV. Sam Topeka's basis in his Kansas stock is $32,000. What is Sam Topeka's amount realized and gain recognized on the liquidation?

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