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Julian transferred 100 percent of his stock in Lemon Company to Apricot Corporation in a Type B stock-for stock exchange. In exchange, he received stock in Apricot with a fair market value of $447,500. Julian's tax basis in the Lemon stock was $895,000. What amount of loss does Julian recognize in the exchange and what is his basis in the Apricot stock he receives?
$447,500 loss recognized and a basis in Apricot stock of $447,500.
No loss recognized and a basis in Apricot stock of $895,000.
$447,500 loss recognized and a basis in Apricot stock of $895,000.
No loss recognized and a basis in Apricot stock of $447,500.
There will be a loss of $ 447500 when Julian had sold the stock. But in the given scenario there is only transfer of shares and hence no loss will be recognized on transfer of shares.
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