Under Midwest Corporation's plan of liquidation, the corporation distributes equipment to one of its shareholders, Barnes. The equipment, which is used in Midwest's trade or business, has a $35,000 adjusted basis, accumulated depreciation of $15,000, and a $75,000 FMV on the distribution date. Barnes' basis in Midwest stock is $40,000. What are the tax consequences of this distribution to Midwest and Barnes?

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Under Midwest Corporation's plan of liquidation, the corporation distributes
equipment to one of its shareholders, Barnes. The equipment, which is used
in Midwest's trade or business, has a $35,000 adjusted basis, accumulated
depreciation of $15,000, and a $75,000 FMV on the distribution date. Barnes'
basis in Midwest stock is $40,000. What are the tax consequences of this
distribution to Midwest and Barnes?
Transcribed Image Text:Under Midwest Corporation's plan of liquidation, the corporation distributes equipment to one of its shareholders, Barnes. The equipment, which is used in Midwest's trade or business, has a $35,000 adjusted basis, accumulated depreciation of $15,000, and a $75,000 FMV on the distribution date. Barnes' basis in Midwest stock is $40,000. What are the tax consequences of this distribution to Midwest and Barnes?
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