Sam owes bob 8000 bob cancels forgives the debt the


Sam owes Bob $8,000. Bob cancels (forgives) the debt. The cancellation is not a gift, and Sam is neither insolvent nor bankrupt. Which of the following statements is correct concerning the impact of this transaction?

Both Bob and Sam recognize $8,000 of taxable income.

Bob recognizes $8,000 of taxable income.

Sam recognizes $8,000 of taxable income.

Neither Bob nor Sam has any taxable income from this transaction

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