When a Taxpayer Realizes a Loss on the Sale of Securities

question 38

Multiple Choice

When a taxpayer realizes a loss on the sale of securities and purchases the same or substantially identical securities within 61 days surrounding the date of the sale, this is known as:

• A) a related-party transaction.
• B) a wash sale.
• C) a basket purchase.
• D) none of the above.

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