Dixie Corporation distributes $31,000 to its sole shareholder, Sally. At the time of the distribution, Dixie's Earnings and Profits (E&P) is $25,000 and Sally's basis in her Dixie stock is $10,000. Sally's basis in her Dixie stock after the distribution is (A). $31,000 (B). $25,000 (C). $10,000 (D). $4,000

(D) $4,000

Explanation:

Initial amount distributed is $31,000

Earnings and Profit (E & P) $25,000

Therefore, Distribution in excess of earnings and Profit would be;

= Initial amount distributed - Earnings and Profit

=$31,000 - $25,000

=$6,000

Sally basis in her Dixie stock after the distribution would be;

= Basis - Excess distribution

=$10,000 - $6,000

=$4,000