Calvin Corporation's office was burglarized. The thieves stole 10 laptop computers and other electronic equipment. The lost assets hadan original cost of $35,000 and accumulated tax depreciation of $19,400. Calvin received an insurance reimbursement of $20,000related to the theft loss and immediately purchased new replacement computer equipment. In each of the following cases:a. Determine Calvin's recognized gain, if any, and the tax basis of the replacement property. Assume that Calvin would elect to defergain recognition when possible. The replacement property cost $27,000.b. Determine Calvin's recognized gain, if any, and the tax basis of the replacement property. Assume that Calvin would elect to defergain recognition when possible. The replacement property cost $18,000.

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