Marilyn Owns 100% of the Stock of Lilac, Inc

question 24

Essay

Marilyn owns 100% of the stock of Lilac, Inc., with an adjusted basis of $45,000. She receives a cash distribution of
$160,000 from Lilac when its earnings and profits are $90,000.
a. What is Marilyn's dividend income?
b. What is Marilyn's recognized gain or loss?
c. What is Marilyn's adjusted basis for her stock after the distribution?

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Depreciation Expense

The allocated amount of the cost of an asset that is written off as an expense over its useful life.

Sales Price

The sum of money that a purchaser spends to acquire a product or service from a vendor.

Contribution Margin

The revenue remaining after deducting variable costs, which can be used to cover fixed costs and contribute to profit.

Variable Costs

Costs that change in proportion to the level of production or business activity.