Problem based on passive activity


Kim made a gift to Sam of a passive activity (adjusted basis of $50,000, suspended losses of $20,000, and a fair market value of $80,000). No gift tax resulted from the transfer. Which of the following statements is true?

a. Sam's adjusted basis is $80,000.

b. Sam's adjusted basis is $50,000, and Sam can deduct the $20,000 of suspended losses in the future.

c. Sam's adjusted basis is $80,000, and Sam can deduct the $20,000 of suspended losses in the future.

d. Sam's adjusted basis is $50,000, and the suspended losses are lost.

e. None of the above.

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