Randolph is a 30 percent partner in the RD Partnership. On January 1, RD distributes $15,000 cash and inventory with a fair value of $20,000 (inside basis of $10,000) to Randolph in complete liquidation of his interest. RD has no liabilities at the date of the distribution. Randolph's basis in his RD Partnership interest is $27,000. What is the amount and character of Randolph's gain or loss on the distribution?

A. $2,000 capital loss.
B. $8,000 capital loss.
C. $8,000 capital gain.
D. $0 gain or loss.


Answer: A

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