Lu Is Interested in Purchasing the Assets of Idaho Potato

question 39

Multiple Choice

Lu is interested in purchasing the assets of Idaho Potato Chip Company.Idaho's assets are: ​
All of the following statements are correct except:

• A)If Lu pays $225,000 for the assets, Lu's basis in the tangible assets will be $200,000.
• B)If Lu buys the stock of Idaho for $225,000, the basis in the assets will be $118,400.
• C)If Lu pays $225,000 for the assets, Lu will have a basis in the building of $129,000.
• D)If Lu buys the stock of Idaho for $225,000, he will recognize goodwill of $25,000.

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