The Transferor's Holding Period for Any Stock Received in Exchange

question 97

Multiple Choice

The transferor's holding period for any stock received in exchange for a capital asset

• A)includes the holding period for the property transferred.
• B)begins on the day after the exchange.
• C)begins on the day of the exchange.
• D)none of the above

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Definitions:

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