The Building Used in Tim's Business Was Condemned by the City

question 33

Multiple Choice

The building used in Tim's business was condemned by the city of Lafayette.Tim received a condemnation award of $125,000.He paid $1,200 in lawyer's fees and $800 for an appraisal of the property.Tim's adjusted basis in the building was $60,000.Tim reinvests in similar property costing $110,000,and Tim makes the proper election regarding the property.What is the amount of Tim's realized (not recognized) gain on the condemnation?

• A)$0
• B)$50,000
• C)$63,000
• D)$65,000

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Definitions:

Direct Costing

A cost accounting method where only variable costs (direct materials, direct labor, variable manufacturing overhead) are included in product costs, fixed overhead costs are expensed in the period they are incurred.

Cost Of Goods Manufactured

The total cost of making and finishing a product.

Variable Manufacturing Costs

Expenses that vary proportionally with production volume, such as materials and labor.

Variable Costing

A costing method where only variable production costs are included in product costs, with fixed overhead costs treated as period expenses.