Samantha Exchanges a Truck Used in Her Business with Phyllis

question 54

Multiple Choice

Samantha exchanges a truck used in her business with Phyllis for another truck.The basis of Samantha's old truck is $25,000,FMV is $33,000,and she gives Phyllis cash of $7,000.Phyllis's basis in her truck is $35,000 and its FMV is $40,000.What is Samantha's adjusted basis in the new truck she receives?

• A)$25,000.
• B)$32,000.
• C)$33,000.
• D)$40,000.

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