lota Corporation has suffered losses for several years, and its debts total $495,000; lota's assets are valued at only $410,000. lota's creditors agree to reduce lota's debts by one-half in order to permit the corporation to continue to operate. lota's NOL carryover is $165,000. Requirements a. What impact does the reduction in debt have on lota's NOL? b. Is lota required to report any income?

lota Corporation has suffered losses for several years, and its debts total $495,000; lota's assets are valued at only $410,000. lota's creditors agree to reduce lota's debts by one-half in order to permit the corporation to continue to operate. lota's NOL carryover is $165,000. Requirements a. What impact does the reduction in debt have on lota's NOL? b. Is lota required to report any income?

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