Carter's Share of a Partnership's Operating Loss Is $17,200

question 42

True/False

Carter's share of a partnership's operating loss is $17,200.His tax basis in his partnership interest before any adjustment for this loss is $26,000.Carter may deduct the full loss on his individual tax return.

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