Which of the Following Statements Is True

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true?

• A)All stock redemptions are treated as exchanges for tax purposes.
• B)A stock redemption not treated as an exchange will automatically be treated as a taxable dividend.
• C)All stock redemptions are treated as dividends if received by an individual.
• D)A stock redemption is treated as an exchange only if it meets one of three stock ownership tests described in the Internal Revenue Code.

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