The General Rule Regarding the Exchanged Basis in a Like-Kind

question 44

Multiple Choice

The general rule regarding the exchanged basis in a like-kind exchange is:

• A) The basis is equal to the fair market value of the new property.
• B) The basis is equal to the fair market value of the old property.
• C) The basis is equal to the adjusted basis of the old property.
• D) The basis is equal to the cost basis of the old property.
• E) All of these.

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