Bud Exchanges a Business Use Machine with an Adjusted Basis

question 108

Multiple Choice

Bud exchanges a business use machine with an adjusted basis of $22,000 and a fair market value of $30,000 for another business use machine with a fair market value of $28,000 and $2,000 cash. What is Bud's recognized gain or loss?

• A)$0
• B)$2,000
• C)$6,000
• D)$8,000
• E)None of the above

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Definitions:

Lender

An individual or institution that provides funds to another with the expectation that the funds will be repaid, typically with interest.

Mechanic's Lien

A security interest in the title to property for the benefit of those who have supplied labor or materials that improve the property.

Sale Proceeds

The total amount received from the sale of an asset or property.

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