Identify Which of the Following Statements Is True

question 95

Multiple Choice

Identify which of the following statements is true.

• A)The estate tax on interests in certain closely held businesses may be paid in installments over a 15-year period if elected.
• B)An executor may elect to postpone payment of the estate tax attributable to a remainder or reversionary interest until six months after the interests of the other person(s)terminate.
• C)A corporation with 25 owners can be classified as a closely held business if the decedent's gross estate holds 10% of the stock.
• D)All of the above are false.

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Definitions:

Federal Securities Laws

Laws and regulations enacted by the federal government to regulate the sale and distribution of securities to protect investors from fraud.

SEC

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, a federal agency responsible for regulating the securities industry, stock and options exchanges, and other electronic securities markets in the United States.

1934 Act

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Willful Violations

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