Winston White Exchanged Business Real Estate That Had an Adjusted

question 78

Multiple Choice

Winston White exchanged business real estate that had an adjusted basis of $16,000 for other business real estate with a fair market value of $15,000 and $4,000 cash. What is Winston's basis in the property received?

• A) $12,000
• B) $15,000
• C) $16,000
• D) $19,000
• E) $20,000

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