Franklin transferred his 60% interest to Pierce Corporation as part of a complete liquidation of the company. In the exchange, he received all of the corporation’s land with a FMV of $800,000. The land had a basis to Pierce Corporation of $1,000,000. Franklin’s basis in the Pierce stock was $900,000. What amount of loss does Pierce recognize in the exchange and what is Franklin’s basis in the land he receives?

Chester transfers property with a basis of $400,000 and a fair market value of $500,000 to Arthur Corporation in exchange for stock with a fair market value of $350,000 in an exchange that qualifies for §351. Arthur Corporation assumed a liability of $150,000 on the property transferred. What is the amount realized by Chester?

Officers should not discuss anything about the case in public or where your conversation might be overheard.

One typical defense ploy is to attack the ________ of the officer by highlighting any inconsistencies between the testimony given by the officer and what is reflected in the official report.

Opinions can only be stated by an expert witness retained either by the prosecution or defense or appointed by the court to make statements about aspects of the case.

Deception encompasses spoken and written statements but not physical expressions.

A police officer who testifies in court should wear a business suit during the trial.

Which of the following is true regarding police officers being an expert witness?

The hearsay witness is one whose knowledge exceeds the knowledge of anyone with a moderate education or experience in the field.

Officer Franklin will soon testify in court. Which guideline should he follow when testifying?