Unicorn and Zebra form the UZ Co., a partnership.

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Unicorn and Zebra form the UZ Co., a partnership. Unicorn contributes inventory with fair market value of $650,000 and an adjusted basis of $200,000 and cash of 350,000 for a 50% interest in the partnership. Zebra contributes computers, hardware, and proprietary software with a fair market value of $1,000,000 and a tax basis of $300,000 for a 50% interest in the partnership. The computer hardware, which was purchased from IBM on credit, is subject to an equipment loan of $300,000. Please discuss the tax impact to: Unicorn, Zebra, and UZ Co. Assignment should follow APA guidelines with respect to use of subheadings, 1” margins and double spaced. Minimally 2-3 pages in length. References need to include three credible academic references. All sources used must be referenced. Paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying citations and cited per APA guidelines.