Which of the Following Statements Best Describes the Tax Consequences

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes the tax consequences of a §338 election?

A) Gain or loss is recognized by the acquired corporation on the deemed sale of its assets, and the buyer gets a stepped-up basis in the assets acquired.
B) Gain or loss is recognized by the acquired corporation on the deemed sale of its assets, and the buyer gets a carryover basis in the assets acquired.
C) Gain or loss is not recognized by the acquired corporation on the deemed sale of its assets, and the buyer gets a stepped-up basis in the assets acquired.
D) Gain or loss is not recognized by the acquired corporation on the deemed sale of its assets, and the buyer gets a carryover basis in the assets acquired.