Justin, Who Is Single, Sells His Principal Residence That He

question 23

Multiple Choice

Justin, who is single, sells his principal residence that he has owned and occupied for the past five years.His adjusted basis for the residence is $90,000.He incurred selling expenses of $10,000.How much gain must Justin recognize if sells the residence for $390,000?

• A)0
• B)$40,000
• C)$50,000
• D)$290,000

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Process Costing System

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