Silvia Has Three Grandchildren

question 36

Multiple Choice

Silvia has three grandchildren.What is the maximum amount that she can contribute this year to a Section 529 education plan without incurring a gift tax?

• A)$14,000
• B)$42,000
• C)$70,000
• D)$225,000

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Definitions:

Endodermis

A layer of cells in the roots of land plants that acts as a selective barrier, regulating the passage of substances from the soil into the vascular system.

Xylem

The vascular tissue in plants responsible for transporting water and nutrients from the roots to the rest of the plant.

Root Epidermis

The outermost layer of cells in the root of a plant, which absorbs water and nutrients from the soil.

Monocot Roots

The type of roots found in monocotyledonous plants, characterized by a fibrous root system that helps in efficient absorption of water and nutrients.