Paul Sells One Parcel of Land (Basis of $100,000) for Its

question 47

Multiple Choice

Paul sells one parcel of land (basis of $100,000) for its fair market value of $160,000 to a partnership in which he owns a 60% capital interest.Paul held the land for investment purposes.The partnership is in the real estate development business, and will build residential housing (for sale to customers) on the land.Paul will recognize:

• A)$0 gain or loss.
• B)$36,000 ordinary income.
• C)$36,000 capital gain.
• D)$60,000 ordinary income.
• E)$60,000 capital gain.

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