On July 25,2016,Karen Gives Stock with a FMV of $7,500

question 39

Multiple Choice

On July 25,2016,Karen gives stock with a FMV of $7,500 and a basis of $8,000 to her nephew Bill.Karen had purchased the stock on March 18,2016.Bill sold the stock on April 18,2017 for $6,000.As a result of the sale,what must Bill report on his 2016 tax return?

• A)($1,500)STCL
• B)($1,500)LTCL
• C)($2,000)STCL
• D)($2,000)LTCL

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Definitions:

Inflation Rate

The percentage rate at which the general level of prices for goods and services is rising, and, subsequently, purchasing power is falling.

Natural Rate of Unemployment

The level of unemployment consistent with a stable rate of inflation, also seen as the equilibrium between the labor force and the number of available jobs.

Actual Inflation

The rate at which the general level of prices for goods and services is rising, and, subsequently, purchasing power is falling, as measured over a specific period.

Expected Rate of Inflation

The expected pace at which the overall price level of goods and services will increase over time.