As of January 1, Cassowary Corporation Has a Deficit in Accumulated

question 109

Multiple Choice

As of January 1, Cassowary Corporation has a deficit in accumulated E & P of $100,000. For the tax year, current E & P (accrued ratably) is $240,000 (prior to any distributions) . On July 1, Cassowary Corporation distributes $275,000 to its sole shareholder. The amount of the distribution that is a dividend is:

• A) $20,000.
• B) $140,000.
• C) $240,000.
• D) $275,000.
• E) None of the above.

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