Mercedes owns a 30% interest in Magenta Partnership (basis of $52,000) which she sells to Calvin for $65,000 . Mercedes' recognized gain of $13,000 will be classified as capital gain

a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false


False
RATIONALE: If the entity has unrealized receivables or substantially appreciated inventory, some or all of the recognized gain may be classified as ordinary income under ยง 751.

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