Stone Corporation, a C Corp., is owned by two individuals: S and J, who each own
ID: 2522439 • Letter: S
Question
Stone Corporation, a C Corp., is owned by two individuals: S and J, who each own 50% of the Corporation. One-half of S’s shares are redeemed by the corporation for $75,000. S’s basis in the redeemed share is $15,000. Stone Corporation has $500,000 of E&P. Which of the following statements (a-d) is true?
A. S will report a capital gain of $75,000.
B. S will report a dividend of $75,000.
C. S will report a dividend of $125,000.
D. S will report a capital gain of $60,000.
E. None of the above is true.
Explanation / Answer
And is D= S will report Capital Gain of $60,000
Capital Gain =Redemption Value-Cost=75,000-15,000=60,000