The Following Assets in Jack's Business Were Sold in 2018

question 96

Multiple Choice

The following assets in Jack's business were sold in 2018: Office equipment, purchased for $8,000, had a zero adjusted basis.The automobile was purchased for $2,000 and sold for $1,200.The ABC stock was purchased for $1,800 and sold for $3,200.In 2018 (the year of sale) , Jack should report what amount of net capital gain and net ordinary income?

• A)$1,700 LTCG.
• B)$600 LTCG and $300 ordinary gain.
• C)$1,400 LTCG and $300 ordinary gain.
• D)$2,500 LTCG and $800 ordinary loss.
• E)None of these.

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