Nanci Purchases All of the Assets of Michael's Security Service

question 90

Multiple Choice

Nanci purchases all of the assets of Michael's Security Service for $200,000. The assets are as follows:
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$$\begin{array} { l r r } \text { Asset } & \text { Adjusted Basis } & \text { Fair Market Value } \\\text { Inventory } & \$ 25,000 & \$ 50,000 \\\text { Equipment } & 60,000 & 40,000 \\\text { Supplies } & 20,000 & 20,000 \\\text { Building } & 80,000 & 95,000 \\\text { Land } & 10,000 & 20,000 \\& \$ 195,000 & \$ 225,000\end{array}$$
What is Nanci's basis in the equipment?

• A)$17,776
• B)$35,556
• C)$40,000
• D)$60,000
• E)$61,538

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Definitions:

Ungenerous Person

An individual who is not willing to give or share things, especially money, freely or in a way that shows kindness.

Subjective Utility

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Expected Value

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