Martin Corporation Granted a Nonqualified Stock Option to Employee Caroline

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Martin Corporation granted a nonqualified stock option to employee Caroline on January 1, 2013. The option price was $150, and the FMV of the Martin stock was also $150 on the grant date. The option allowed Caroline to purchase 1,000 shares of Martin stock. The option itself does not have a readily ascertainable FMV. Caroline exercised the option on August 1, 2017, when the stock's FMV was $250. If Caroline sells the stock on September 5, 2018, for $300 per share, she must recognize

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Definitions:

Left Subclavian Artery

Specifically the subclavian artery that supplies blood to the left arm and side of the brain and thorax, originating from the aortic arch.

Left Forearm

The lower part of the left arm extending from the elbow to the wrist.

Anastomosis

The surgical connection between two structures, typically blood vessels or other tubular organs.

Cerebral Arterial Circle

Also known as the Circle of Willis, it is a circulatory anastomosis that supplies blood to the brain and surrounding structures.