In order to encourage the development of its industrial park, Union County gives Darter Corporation land (fair market value of $800,000) and cash of $500,000. Within one year, Darter constructs a new plant at the site at a cost of $1,200,000.
a. How much income, if any, must Darter Corporation recognize as a result of these transfers?
b. What basis will Darter Corporation have in the land? In the plant?