Glen Inc. and Armstrong Co. have an exchange with no commercial substance. The asset given up by Glen Inc. has a book value of $12,000 and a fair market value of $15,000. The asset given up by Armstrong Co. has a book value of $20,000 and a fair market value of $19,000. Boot of $4,000 is received by Armstrong Co.
1) What amount should Glen Inc. record for the asset received?
a. $15,000
b. $16,000
c. $19,000
d. $20,000
2) What amount should Armstrong Co. record for the asset received?
a. $15,000
b. $16,000
c. $19,000
d. $20,000