In year 0, Longworth Partnership purchased a machine for $58,500to use in its business. In year 3, Longworth sold the machine for$36,600. Between the date of the purchase and the date of the sale,Longworth depreciated the machine by $26,000. a.What is the amountand character of the gain Longworth will recognize on the sale?b.What is the amount and character of the gain Longworth willrecognize on the sale if the sale proceeds were increased to$59,750? c. What is the amount and character of the gain Longworthwill recognize on the sale if the sale proceeds were decreased to$19,200 (before the §1231 netting process, if applicable)?
