The Minimum Holding Period to Qualify for the Long-Term Capital

question 13

Multiple Choice

The minimum holding period to qualify for the long-term capital gains treatment is:

• A)1 month.
• B)12 months.
• C)18 months.
• D)24 months.
• E)36 months.

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The total mass of all living organisms in a given area or volume; it can also refer to plant or animal matter used as fuel.

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