In 2020, Louise purchased 1000 units of Dogecoin, a cryptocurrency, for $5,000.  On June 9, 2022, she exchanged all 1000 units of Dogecoin for 1.57987 units of Ethereum, another cryptocurrency worth $150,000 on the date of exchange.  What gain if any must Louise report in 2022?

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In 2020, Louise purchased 1000 units of Dogecoin, a cryptocurrency, for $5,000.  On June 9, 2022, she exchanged all 1000 units of Dogecoin for 1.57987 units of Ethereum, another cryptocurrency worth $150,000 on the date of exchange. 

What gain if any must Louise report in 2022?

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