In the Current Year, Helen Sold Section 1245 Property for $6,000

question 2

Essay

In the current year, Helen sold Section 1245 property for $6,000. The property cost $26,000 when it was purchased 5 years ago. The depreciation claimed on the property was $24,000.
a.Calculate the adjusted basis of the property.
b.Calculate the amount of ordinary income under Section 1245.
c.Calculate the Section 1231 gain.

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