Zebra Corporation Transfers Assets with a $120,000 Basis and a $250,000

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Essay

Zebra Corporation transfers assets with a $120,000 basis and a $250,000 FMV to Hat Corporation for common stock worth $200,000 and cash of $50,000. The exchange qualifies as a tax-free reorganization. Zebra Corporation distributes the stock and cash to its shareholders pursuant to its liquidation. How much gain must Zebra Corporation recognize?

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