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In early 2010,Ben sold a yacht,held for 9 months and for pleasure,for a $5,000 gain.Concerned about offsetting the gain before year-end,Ben is considering selling one of the following-each of which would yield a $5,000 loss:
· Houseboat used for recreation.
· Truck used in business.
· Stock investment held for 13 months.
Evaluate each choice.
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