Which of the Following Statements Are True with Respect to the Sale

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements are true with respect to the sale of a principal residence?

• A) A one life-time exclusion of $125,000 is allowed for taxpayers under age 55
• B) All of the gains from the sale need not be used to purchase another residence
• C) The original cost basis is adjusted to include all costs related to the improvement of the property i.e. selling, remodeling, landscaping, etc.)
• D) Loss of a sale of residence is fully deductible
• E) B and C only

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