The Adjusted Basis to the Recipient of Property Bequeathed by a Decedent

question 27

Multiple Choice

The adjusted basis to the recipient of property bequeathed by a decedent generally is which of the following?

• A)Fair market value on the valuation date of the decedent's estate
• B)Adjusted basis to the decedent on the valuation date of his or her estate
• C)Fair market value on the valuation date of the decedent's estate, less estate taxes paid on the transfer
• D)Adjusted basis to the decedent on the valuation date of his or her estate, plus estate taxes paid on the transfer

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