Which of the following statements is correct?

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Chapter13: Property Transact Ions: Determination Of Gain Or Loss, Basis Considerations, And Nontaxable Exchanges
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Terry owns land that serves as security for a $50,000 mortgage held by Key Bank. When Terry's tax basis is the land was $15,000 and the land's fair market value was $40,000, Key Bank forecloses on the land and takes title in full satisfaction of the mortgage balance. Which of the following statements is correct?

a. If the mortgage is recourse, Terry must recognize gain on the foreclosure but no income from the discharge of indebtedness.

b. If the mortgage is nonrecourse, Terry must recognize gain on the foreclosure but no income from the discharge of indebtedness.

c. Terry only recognizes income from the discharge of indebtedness if the land was used in a trade or business.

d. If the mortgage is nonrecourse, Terry must recognize gain on the foreclosure and income from the discharge of indebtedness. None of the above e.

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