Mercedes Owns a 30% Interest in Magenta Partnership (Basis of $52,000)

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Mercedes owns a 30% interest in Magenta Partnership (basis of $52,000) which she sells to Calvin for $65,000. Mercedes' recognized gain of $13,000 will be classified as capital gain.

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