Barb and Chuck Each Own One-Half of the Stock of Wren

question 32

Multiple Choice

Barb and Chuck each own one-half of the stock of Wren, Inc., a C corporation. Each shareholder has a stock basis of $175,000. Wren has accumulated E & P of $300,000. Wren's taxable income for the current year is $100,000, and it distributes $75,000 to each shareholder. Barb's stock basis at the end of the year is:

• A)$0.
• B)$100,000.
• C)$150,000.
• D)$175,000.
• E)None of the above.

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Definitions:

Trading Securities

Financial assets that are purchased by an entity not for long-term investment but rather with the intention to sell them in the near term to make a profit.

Fair Value

The estimated market value of an asset or liability based on current market prices or valuations.

Fiscal Year

A one-year period used for accounting purposes and preparing financial statements, not necessarily aligning with the calendar year.

Equity Method

An accounting technique used to record the investments in other entities where the investor has significant influence but not full control.