In a Proportionate Liquidating Distribution in Which the Partnership Is

question 52

True/False

In a proportionate liquidating distribution in which the partnership is also liquidated, Ralph received cash of $30,000, accounts receivable (basis of $0, fair market value of $20,000), and equipment (basis of $0, fair market value of $10,000).Immediately before the distribution, Ralph's basis in the partnership interest was $40,000.Ralph realizes and recognizes a loss of $10,000, and his basis is $0 in both the accounts receivable and the equipment.

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