Three years ago, Adrian purchased 220 shares of stock in X Corp. for $29,480. On December 30 of year 4, Adrian sells the 220 shares for $22,000.
a - Assuming Adrian has no other capital gains or losses, how much of the loss is Adrian able to deduct on her year 4 tax return?
b.1 - Assume the same facts as in part a, except that on January 20 of year 5, Adrian purchases 220 shares of X Corp. stock for $22,000. How much loss from the sale on December 30 of year 4 is deductible on Adrian’s year 4 tax return?
b.2 - What basis does Adrian take in the stock purchased on January 20 of year 5?