Multiple Choice
On January 30, Juan receives a nontaxable distribution of stock rights from Platinum Corporation. Each right entitles the holder to purchase one share of stock for $40. One right is issued for every share of stock owned. Juan owns 100 shares of stock purchased two years ago for $4,000. At the date of distribution, the rights are worth $1,000 (100 rights at $10 per right) and Juan's stock in Platinum is worth $5,000 (or $50 per share) . On December 1, Juan sells all 100 stock rights for $12 per right. How much gain does Juan recognize on the sale?
A) $1,200
B) $533
C) $400
D) $0
E) None of the above
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