Nick Received a Gift of Stock from His Father

question 21

Essay

Nick received a gift of stock from his father. Nick's father had purchased the stock 2 years earlier and his father's basis in the stock was $30,000. On the date of the gift, the stock had a fair market value of $25,000.
a.If Nick sells the stock for $33,000, calculate the amount of Nick's gain or loss on the transaction.
b.If Nick sells the stock for $22,000, calculate the amount of Nick's gain or loss on the transaction.
c.If Nick sells the stock for $27,000, calculate the amount of Nick's gain or loss on the transaction.

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