Barry Purchased a Used Business Asset (Seven-Year Property) on September

question 55

Multiple Choice

Barry purchased a used business asset (seven-year property) on September 30, 2012, at a cost of $200,000.This is the only asset he purchased during the year.Barry did not elect to expense any of the asset under § 179, nor did he elect straight-line cost recovery.Barry sold the asset on July 17, 2013.Determine the cost recovery deduction for 2013.

• A)$19,133.
• B)$24,490.
• C)$34,438.
• D)$55,100.
• E)None of the above.

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Definitions:

Partner's Investment

The total capital contributed to a partnership by its members, either in cash, property, or services.

Income Ratio

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Liquidation

The process of closing a business, selling its assets to pay creditors, and distributing any remaining assets to the owners or shareholders.

Gains and Losses

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