Juan Transferred 100 Percent of His Stock in Rosa Company

Multiple Choice

Juan transferred 100 percent of his stock in Rosa Company to Azul Corporation in a Type B stock-for-stock exchange. In exchange, he received stock in Azul with a fair market value of $1,000,000. Juan's tax basis in the Rosa stock was $400,000. What amount of gain does Juan recognize in the exchange and what is his basis in the Azul stock he receives?

A) $600,000 gain recognized and a basis in Azul stock of $400,000
B) No gain recognized and a basis in Azul stock of $400,000
C) $600,000 gain recognized and a basis in Azul stock of $1,000,000
D) No gain recognized and a basis in Azul stock of $1,000,000