REG Real Exam Prep DEMO

Question 3: For a cash basis taxpayer, gain or loss on a year-end sale of listed stock arises on the:
A. Trade date.
B. Settlement date.
C. Date of receipt of cash proceeds.
D. Date of delivery of stock certificate.
Correct Answer: A
Explanation
Choice "a" is correct. Trade date.
Gain or loss on a year-end sale of listed stock arises on the trade date.
Rule: Whether on the cash or accrual method of accounting taxpayers who sell stock or securities on
an
established securities market must recognize gains and losses on the trade date, rather than on the
settlement date.
Choices "b", "c", and "d" are incorrect, per the above rule.