Answer: $40000
Step-by-step explanation:
The following can be deduced from the question
The Fair market value of Property = $44,000
Gain on the property = $44000 - $38000 = $6,000
Share of T. Palms = ⅓ × $6000 = $2000
Therefore, the basis of the retained partnership property will be:
= $44000 - $6000 + $2000
= $40000