Joshua Is a 40% Partner in the XY Partnership When

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Essay

Joshua is a 40% partner in the XY Partnership when he sells his entire interest to Stanley for $60,000 cash. At the time of the sale, Joshua's basis is $36,000, which includes his $10,000 share of partnership liabilities. The partnership has no Sec. 751 assets. Calculate Joshua's gain or loss on the sale.

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