Nagin Inc Transferred an Old Asset in Exchange for a New

question 64

Multiple Choice

Nagin Inc. transferred an old asset in exchange for a new asset worth $84,000 and $6,000 cash. The old asset and new asset were like-kind properties. Which of the following statements is true?

• A) If Nagin's basis in the old asset was $95,000, Nagin can recognize a $5,000 loss.
• B) If Nagin's basis in the old asset was $85,000, Nagin must recognize a $6,000 gain.
• C) If Nagin's basis in the old asset was $79,200, Nagin must recognize a $6,000 gain.
• D) None of these choices are true.

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