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The Smiths owned and occupied their principal residence, with an adjusted basis of $250,000, for ten years. The destroyed by a tornado and the Smiths receive insurance proceeds of $800,000. Six months later, they purchase a residence for $850,000.
a. What is the amount of gain the Smiths must recognize?
b. What is the basis of the new residence?
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