Grambling Company exchanged equipment that cost $66,000 and has accumulated depreciation of $30,000 for equipment...

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Grambling Company exchanged equipment that cost $66,000 and has accumulated depreciation of $30,000 for equipment with a fair value of $48,000 and received $12,000 cash. The exchange lacked commercial substance. The gain to be recognized from the exchange is??

I dont understand why the correct answer is 4,800 gain. please help.

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