Pedro owns securities with a tax basis of $8,300. He gives them to Rivera when they are worth only $6,500. Rivera held these securities until they were worth $9,800 and sold them. What amount of gain does he have to report on this sale? a) $1,500 b) $3,300 c) $850 d) $2,400

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What amount of gain does he have to report on this sale?

Pedro owns securities with a tax basis of
$8,300. He gives them to Rivera when they are
worth only $6,500. Rivera held these securities
until they were worth $9,800 and sold them.
What amount of gain does he have to report on
this sale?
a) $1,500
b) $3,300
c) $850
d) $2,400
Transcribed Image Text:Pedro owns securities with a tax basis of $8,300. He gives them to Rivera when they are worth only $6,500. Rivera held these securities until they were worth $9,800 and sold them. What amount of gain does he have to report on this sale? a) $1,500 b) $3,300 c) $850 d) $2,400
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