Property Distributed by a Corporation as a Dividend Is Subject

question 183

True/False

Property distributed by a corporation as a dividend is subject to a liability in excess of its basis. For purposes of determining gain on the distribution, the basis of the property is treated as being not less than the amount of liability.

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Definitions:

Cost Of Goods Sold

The total cost directly associated with producing the goods sold by a company, including materials and labor.

Manufactured

Refers to the state of having been made from raw materials through a process of production in a factory.

Finished Goods Inventory

The stock of completed products ready for sale, held at the end of an accounting period.

Net Income

The total earnings of a company after subtracting all expenses from revenues, including taxes and interest.