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Brad Forms Vott Corporation by Contributing Equipment, Which Has a Basis

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Brad forms Vott Corporation by contributing equipment, which has a basis of $50,000 and an FMV of $40,000 in exchange for Vott stock. Brad also contributes $5,000 in cash. If the transaction meets the Sec. 351 control and ownership tests, what are the tax consequences to Brad?


A) He recognizes a $5,000 loss.
B) He recognizes a $5,000 gain and a $10,000 loss.
C) He recognizes neither a gain nor a loss.
D) He recognizes a $10,000 loss.

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