Morgan Has the Following Capital Gains and Losses for the Current

question 115

Multiple Choice

Morgan has the following capital gains and losses for the current tax year ​
What is Morgan's net capital gain or loss position for the year?

• A)$5,000 net short-term capital gain.
• B)$2,000 net long-term capital loss.
• C)$2,000 net short-term capital gain.
• D)$3,000 net long-term capital loss.
• E)$4,000 net short-term capital loss.

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