Seven Years Ago, Eleanor Transferred Property She Had Used in Her

question 110

Multiple Choice

Seven years ago, Eleanor transferred property she had used in her sole proprietorship to Blue Corporation for 2,000 shares of Blue Corporation in a transaction that qualified under § 351. The assets had a tax basis to her of $400,000 and a fair market value of $700,000 on the date of the transfer. In the current year, Blue Corporation (E & P of $1 million) redeems 600 shares from Eleanor for $260,000 in a transaction that does not qualify for sale or exchange treatment. With respect to the redemption, Eleanor will have a:

• A) $140,000 dividend.
• B) $260,000 dividend.
• C) $140,000 capital gain.
• D) $260,000 capital gain.
• E) None of the above.

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Definitions:

Par Value

The nominal or stated value of a stock or bond, set by the issuing company and not necessarily indicative of the market value.

Paid-In Capital

Funds raised by a company through the issue of securities to investors, representing the capital provided by shareholders in exchange for shares of stock.

Common Stock

A type of security that represents ownership in a corporation, giving holders voting rights and a share in the company's profits via dividends.

Balance Sheet

A financial statement that presents the financial position of a company at a specific point in time, listing assets, liabilities, and equity.