Nick and Rodrigo Form the NRC Partnership by Combining the Assets

Multiple Choice

Nick and Rodrigo form the NRC Partnership by combining the assets of their respective businesses. Nick contributes $10,000 and assets worth $90,000 (adjusted basis of $60,000) for a 1/3 interest. Rodrigo contributes $90,000 and assets worth $270,000 (adjusted basis of $150,000) for a 2/3 interest. NRC also assumes $60,000 of debt on Rodrigo's assets. What is Nick's basis in his partnership interest?

A) $70,000
B) $90,000
C) $100,000
D) $120,000
E) $160,000