Finch Corporation Distributes Property (Basis of $225,000, Fair Market Value

question 29

Multiple Choice

Finch Corporation distributes property (basis of $225,000, fair market value of $300,000) to a shareholder in a distribution that is a qualifying stock redemption. The property is subject to a liability of $160,000, which the shareholder assumes. The basis of the property to the shareholder is:

• A) $0.
• B) $140,000.
• C) $225,000.
• D) $300,000.
• E) None of the above.

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Definitions:

Safety Stock

Additional inventory kept to prevent stockouts, typically used as a buffer against demand variability or supply chain disruptions.

Lead Time

The total time taken from the initiation of a process or project to its completion.

Labor Cost

The total expenditure incurred by an employer on behalf of employees, including wages, benefits, and taxes.

Holding Cost

The expenses associated with storing unsold inventory, including warehousing, insurance, depreciation, and opportunity costs.