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Mr and Mrs Sykes Operate a Very Profitable Small Business

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Mr and Mrs Sykes operate a very profitable small business. This year, the Sykes recognized a $100,000 gain on sale of a trade name they had created and copyrighted for use in their business. Which of the following statements is true?


A) The $100,000 gain is capital gain eligible for a preferential tax rate.
B) The $100,000 gain is capital gain against which the Sykes can deduct any capital losses recognized this year.
C) The $100,000 gain is ordinary business income.
D) Statements a. and b. are true.

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