Identify Which of the Following Statements Is True

question 91

Multiple Choice

Identify which of the following statements is true.

• A)If the gifted property's FMV on the date of the gift exceeds its adjusted basis and the donor pays no gift tax, the donee's basis is the same as the donor's basis if the property is sold for a loss.
• B)Prospective donors should not dispose of property that has declined in value by selling it rather than gifting it.
• C)A $15,000 annual exclusion per donee is available for both gift tax and estate tax purposes.
• D)All of the above are false.

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Definitions:

Acquisition Differential

The excess of the cost of an acquired company over the fair value of its identifiable net assets at the time of acquisition.

Impairment Loss

The reduction in the recoverable value of an asset below its carrying amount, necessitating an adjustment on the financial statements.

Cost Method

An accounting method used to record investments, where the investment is recorded at cost and income is recognized only when dividends are received.

Sales Revenue

The total amount of income generated by the sale of goods or services related to a company's primary operations.