alleryStart learning →Capital gain is generally computed by subtracting what from the sale price?
AOnly the purchase price
BCost base with expenses added
CThe market value at year end
DThe average of past prices
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Cost base with expenses added
Gain equals the sale price less the cost base, which includes purchase price and incurred expenses.
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