Victor Is a 1/3 Partner in the VRX Partnership with an Outside

question 47

Essay

Victor is a 1/3 partner in the VRX partnership with an outside basis of $156,000 on January 1. Victor sells his partnership interest to Raj on January 1^st for $200,000 cash. The VRX Partnership has the following assets and no liabilities as of January 1:
The equipment was purchased for $360,000 and the partnership has taken $90,000 of depreciation. The stock was purchased 7 years ago. What is the amount and character of Victor's gain or loss on the sale of his partnership interest?

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Definitions:

Ownership Of Essential Resources

Refers to the control and claim over crucial resources needed for production, such as land, water, and minerals.

Pure Monopolists

Firms that are the sole supplier of a unique product with no close substitutes, granting them significant control over pricing.

Barriers To Entry

Obstacles that make it difficult for new competitors to enter a market, which can include high startup costs, regulatory requirements, or established brand loyalty.

Economic Profits

The excess of total revenue over total costs, including both explicit and implicit costs, signifying a return beyond the normal profit level.