A calendar-year corporation has deficit in current E&P of ($500) and accumulated positive E&P of $1,000. The corporation makes a $600 distribution to its sole shareholder. Which of the following statements is true?
A) $500 of the distribution will be a dividend because total E&P is $500.
B) $0 of the distribution will be a dividend because current E&P is a deficit.
C) $600 of the distribution will be a dividend because accumulated E&P is $1,000.
D) Up to $600 of the distribution could be a dividend depending on the balance in accumulated E&P on the date of the distribution.
Answer: D