Individuals Opal and Ben Form OB Corporation

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Multiple Choice

Individuals Opal and Ben form OB Corporation.Opal transfers land and a building with a $550,000 adjusted basis and a $625,000 FMV in exchange for 50% of the stock of the OB Corporation worth $610,000 and a $15,000 note.Ben transfers cash of $625,000 for 50% of the stock worth $610,000 and a note of the OB Corporation valued at $15,000.Opal's basis in the stock received is

• A)$550,000.
• B)$560,000.
• C)$610,000.
• D)$625,000.

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