A Taxpayer exchanges a productive use machine, which has an adjusted basis of $9,000, for a new machine worth $6,000. In addition, the taxpayer receives cash of $5,000. What is the recognized gain or loss and the basis of the new machine? a. $0 and $9,000. b. $0 and $4,000. c. $2,000 and $6,000. d. $2,000 and $9,000. e. None of the above.

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Chapter13: Property Transact Ions: Determination Of Gain Or Loss, Basis Considerations, And Nontaxable Exchanges
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A Taxpayer exchanges a productive use machine, which has an adjusted
basis of $9,000, for a new machine worth $6,000. In addition, the taxpayer
receives cash of $5,000.
What is the recognized gain or loss and the basis of the new machine?
a. $0 and $9,000.
b. $0 and $4,000.
c. $2,000 and $6,000.
d. $2,000 and $9,000.
e. None of the above.
Transcribed Image Text:A Taxpayer exchanges a productive use machine, which has an adjusted basis of $9,000, for a new machine worth $6,000. In addition, the taxpayer receives cash of $5,000. What is the recognized gain or loss and the basis of the new machine? a. $0 and $9,000. b. $0 and $4,000. c. $2,000 and $6,000. d. $2,000 and $9,000. e. None of the above.
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