7. (TCO I) In October of 2011, Mike and Cathy Bennett sold their residence for $550,000. They purchased it in 2000 for $300,000. They made major capital improvements during their 10-year ownership, which totaled $50,000. What is their recognized gain? $200,000 $250,000 $0 $550,000 Solution The recognised gain of Mike and Cathy Benett on the sale of property = Sale Value - Purchase Value - Value of Improvements = $ 550,000 - $ 300,000 - $ 50,000 = $ 200,000..