Melissa Acquired Oil and Gas Properties for $600,000

question 45

Essay

Melissa acquired oil and gas properties for $600,000.During 2016 she elected to expense the $180,000 of IDC.Total depletion allowed was $50,000.During the current year,Melissa sells the property for $700,000.
a.What is the amount of and nature of her gain using the facts above?
b.What is the amount of and nature of her gain assuming that she sold the property for $850,000?

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