In Complete Liquidation PW Distributes the Cash to Pamela and the Unrealized

question 63

Multiple Choice

In complete liquidation PW distributes the cash to Pamela and the unrealized receivables to Wade(equal partners) . Pamela and Wade each have an outside basis in PW equal to $5,000. PWhas no liabilities at the time of the liquidation. What is the amount and character ofPamela's recognized gain or loss?

• A) $0.
• B) $2,500 capital gain and $2,500 ordinary income.
• C) $5,000 ordinary income.
• D) $5,000 capital gain.

Identify the free-rider problem and its implications for the provision of public goods.

Understand the application of tolls and taxes as mechanisms to manage congestion and pollution.

Recognize the role of property rights in resource allocation and their importance in environmental conservation.

Understand the limitations of cost-benefit analysis in determining the provision of public goods.

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