Carla Corporation transfers land with an FMV of $120,000, a basis of $40,000, to a corporation in exchange for 60% of the corporation's stock. The land is subject to a $60,000 liability, which the corporation assumes. What amount of gain must Carla recognize as a result of this transaction?

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Carla Corporation transfers land with an FMV of
$120,000, a basis of $40,000, to a corporation in
exchange for 60% of the corporation's stock. The
land is subject to a $60,000 liability, which the
corporation assumes. What amount of gain must
Carla recognize as a result of this transaction?
Transcribed Image Text:Carla Corporation transfers land with an FMV of $120,000, a basis of $40,000, to a corporation in exchange for 60% of the corporation's stock. The land is subject to a $60,000 liability, which the corporation assumes. What amount of gain must Carla recognize as a result of this transaction?
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