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Several years ago, Logan purchased extra grazing land for his ranch at a cost of $240,000. In 2017, the land is condemned by the state for development as a highway maintenance depot. Under the condemnation award, Logan receives $600,000 for the land. Within the same year, he replaces the property with other grazing land. What is Logan's tax situation if the replacement land cost:
a.$210,000?
b.$360,000?
c.$630,000?
d.Why?


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