Response to the following problem:
In year 0, Canon purchased a machine to use in its business for $56,000. In year 3, Canon sold the machine for $42,000. Between the date of the purchase and the date of the sale, Canon depreciated the machine by $32,000.
a. What is the amount and character of the gain Canon will recognize on the sale, assuming that it is a partnership?
b. What is the amount and character of the gain Canon will recognize on the sale, assuming that it is a corporation?
c. What is the amount and character of the gain Canon will recognize on the sale, assuming that it is a corporation and the sale proceeds were increased to $60,000?
d. What is the amount and character of the gain Canon will recognize on the sale, assuming that it is a corporation and the sale proceeds were decreased to $20,000?