On January 30, Juan Receives a Nontaxable Distribution of Stock

question 39

Multiple Choice

On January 30, Juan receives a nontaxable distribution of stock rights from Platinum Corporation. Each right entitles the holder to purchase one share of stock for $40. One right is issued for every share of stock owned. Juan owns 100 shares of stock purchased two years ago for $4,000. At the date of distribution, the rights are worth $1,000 (100 rights at $10 per right) and Juan's stock in Platinum is worth $5,000 (or $50 per share) . On December 1, Juan sells all 100 stock rights for $12 per right. How much gain does Juan recognize on the sale?

• A) $1,200
• B) $533
• C) $400
• D) $0
• E) None of the above

Learn the calculation and significance of inventory turnover and days' sales in inventory for raw materials.

Differentiate between period costs and product costs and their implications for financial reporting.

Realize the importance of internal controls and ethical behavior in financial management.

Understand the role of direct labor in the production process and its impact on product costing.

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Social Security And Medicare Taxes

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