The income tax consequences to William on the sale is that he realizes loss in the amount of $10,000 but does not recognize that loss.
Realized loss = Purchase cost - Sales cost
Realized loss = $40,000 - $30,000
Realized loss = $10,000
Hence, the income tax consequences to William on the sale is that he realizes loss in the amount of $10,000 but does not recognize that loss.
Therefore, the Option A is correct.
Missing options includes "William realizes and recognizes loss in the amount of $10,000. William realizes and recognizes zero gain or loss. William realizes loss in the amount of $10,000 but does not recognize that loss. None of the above."
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