Benito died on May 23, 2017, bequeathing his entire $3,000,000 estate to his bro

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Benito died on May 23, 2017, bequeathing his entire $3,000,000 estate to his brother, Alfonso. The executor of Benito's estate validly elected to use the alternative valuation date. Benito's estate included 4,000 shares of listed stock, for which Benito's basis was $500,000. The stock was distributed to Alfonso eight months after Benito's death. The fair market values of this stock on various dates follow: May 23, 2017 $600,000 November 23, 2017 550,000 January 23, 2018 530,000 Alfonso's basis in the stock is: O $500,000. O $530,000. $550,000. $600,000 None of the above.

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Solution: 600,000

Explanation: The fair market value on May 23,2017, the date on which Benito died will be considered basis in stock

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