Sid's home was destroyed by fire. He had purchased the home 18 months ago for $950,000. He received $1,300,000 from his insurance company to replace the home. If he fails to rebuild the home or acquire a replacement home in the required time, how much gain must he recognize on this conversion? a. $350,000 b. $162,500 c. $100,000 d. $0 e. None of the above

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Sid's home was destroyed by fire. He had
purchased the home 18 months ago for $950,000.
He received $1,300,000 from his insurance
company to replace the home. If he fails to
rebuild the home or acquire a replacement home
in the required time, how much gain must he
recognize on this conversion?
a. $350,000
b. $162,500
c. $100,000
d. $0
e. None of the above
Transcribed Image Text:Sid's home was destroyed by fire. He had purchased the home 18 months ago for $950,000. He received $1,300,000 from his insurance company to replace the home. If he fails to rebuild the home or acquire a replacement home in the required time, how much gain must he recognize on this conversion? a. $350,000 b. $162,500 c. $100,000 d. $0 e. None of the above
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