Michael and Freddy Form Willow Corporation

question 2

Multiple Choice

Michael and Freddy form Willow Corporation.Michael transfers property (basis of $175,000 and fair market value of $100,000) while Freddy transfers land (basis of $50,000 and fair market value of $90,000) and $10,000 in cash.Each receives 50% of Willow Corporation's stock, which is worth a total of $200,000.As a result of these transfers:

• A)Michael has a recognized loss of $75,000, and Freddy has a recognized gain of $40,000.
• B)Neither Michael nor Freddy has any recognized gain or loss.
• C)Michael has no recognized loss, but Freddy has a recognized gain of $40,000.
• D)Willow Corporation will have a basis in the land of $90,000.
• E)None of the above.

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