Which of the Following Statements Regarding the Exclusion of Gain

question 72

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding the exclusion of gain on the sale of a principal residence is correct?

• A)A taxpayer may not exclude gain if the taxpayer is renting the residence at the time of the sale.
• B)A taxpayer may simultaneously own two homes that are eligible for the home sale exclusion.
• C)A taxpayer must be living in a residence at the time it is sold to qualify for the exclusion.
• D)For a married couple to qualify for the $500,000 exclusion, both spouses must meet the ownership and use tests.

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Definitions:

Circular Reactions

Repetitive actions or behaviors, primarily in infants, which serve to explore and learn about the environment, and are a key part of cognitive development.

Equilibration

In Piaget's theory, the cognitive process of achieving balance between one's existing mental schemas and new experiences.

Secondary Circular Reactions

Repetitive actions oriented around external objects, typically observed in infants from 4 to 8 months as part of Piaget's sensorimotor stage.

Sensorimotor Thought

describes the stage in early childhood cognitive development where thinking is based primarily on physical actions and sensory experiences.