The Brighton Trust Has Distributable Net Income for the Year

question 101

Multiple Choice

The Brighton Trust has distributable net income for the year of $100,000 and no income from tax-exempt sources. Under the terms of the trust instrument, the trustee is required to distribute $25,000 to Roger and $50,000 to Sally. After payment of these amounts, the trustee is empowered to make additional distributions at its discretion. Exercising this authority, the Brighton trustee distributes an additional $20,000 to Roger, and $30,000 to Sally. How much income from the trust must Sally recognize?

• A) $80,000
• B) $65,000
• C) $50,000
• D) $30,000

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