Business with no assets remaining for shareholders

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Atkon Corporation acquired 90% of the stock of Beta Corporation three years ago. Both corporations are located in the United States. Beta has been an energy drink producer, but unfortunately has suffered substantial losses due to government fines and lawsuits. All of its revenues had been from the sales of the energy drinks. Beta has now filed for bankruptcy and is closing the business with no assets remaining for shareholders. Atkon Corporation will recognize

A) a short-term capital loss.

B) no gain or loss.

C) a long-term capital loss.

D) an ordinary loss.

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