In 2001, Alejandro Buys an Annuity for $100,000 That Will

question 69

Multiple Choice

In 2001, Alejandro buys an annuity for $100,000 that will pay Alejandro an annual amount for life with survivor benefits to his wife. When Alejandro dies in the current year, a comparable contract would have cost $81,000. What amount is included in Alejandro's gross estate?

• A)$0
• B)$81,000
• C)$100,000
• D)$181,000

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