Which of the Following Statements Is False Regarding Involuntary Conversions

question 45

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is false regarding involuntary conversions?

• A)A taxpayer must replace the destroyed property within the same tax year in which the gain is realized.
• B)A taxpayer cannot elect to defer recognition of a loss resulting from an involuntary conversion.
• C)If deferral of gain is elected,the holding period of the converted property carries over to the replacement property.
• D)Gain may be deferred if the property is involuntarily converted into property that is similar or related in service or use to the converted property.

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Definitions:

Closing Entry

An accounting entry made at the end of an accounting period to transfer balances from temporary accounts to permanent accounts.

Income Summary

An account used in the closing process that summarizes revenues and expenses for a period, transferring the net income or loss to the owner's equity.

Revenue

The aggregate financial gain acquired by a company from its essential sales activities involving goods or services.

Credit Normal Balance

The usual balance side for credit accounts, typically seen in liabilities, equity, and revenue accounts.