Eicho's Interest in the DPQ Partnership Is Terminated When Her

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Essay

Eicho's interest in the DPQ Partnership is terminated when her basis in the partnership is $70,000. She receives a liquidating distribution of $20,000 cash and inventory with a $24,000 basis and a $40,000 FMV. What is her gain or loss, and what is her basis in the inventory received?

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