If a Stock Was Purchased in January 2014 for $1,000

question 49

Multiple Choice

If a stock was purchased in January 2014 for $1,000 and sold in December 2015 for $3,000, a ________ of $2,000 results.

• A) long-term capital gain
• B) short-term capital gain
• C) long-term capital loss
• D) short-term capital loss

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Definitions:

Management Potential

The capacity or ability of an individual to occupy and perform effectively in managerial roles within an organization.

Special Assignment

A unique task or project given to an employee or a team that is outside their regular duties, often requiring specific skills or high levels of responsibility.

Succession Management

A strategy for identifying and developing future leaders at a company or organization.

Time Period

A duration in which events occur or conditions exist, often specified by dates.