On September 15, 2014, Spiral Corporation Grants Jay an Option

question 47

Multiple Choice

On September 15, 2014, Spiral Corporation grants Jay an option to acquire 250 shares of the company's stock for $10 per share. The fair market price of the stock on the date of grant is $14. The option does not have a readily ascertainable fair market value. How much must Jay report as income at the date of grant?

• A) $-0-
• B) $1,000
• C) $2,500
• D) $3,500

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