Bob transfers assets with a $100,000 FMV (basis $60,000) and $70,000 of business-related liabilities to a corporation in exchange for 100% of the corporation's stock with a FMV of $30,000. The corporation assumes the $70,000 mortgage. The transfer qualifies under Sec. 351. What is Bob's gain recognized on the transfer? Group of answer choices $10,000 $40,000 $0 $30,000

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Bob transfers assets with a $100,000 FMV (basis $60,000) and $70,000 of business-related liabilities to a corporation in exchange for 100% of the corporation's stock with a FMV of $30,000. The corporation assumes the $70,000 mortgage. The transfer qualifies under Sec. 351. What is Bob's gain recognized on the transfer?

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$10,000

$40,000

$0

$30,000

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