Identify Which of the Following Statements Is True

question 12

Multiple Choice

Identify which of the following statements is true.

• A)Administrative expenses are not deductible on the estate's income tax return.
• B)Casualty or theft losses incurred during the administration of the estate are not deductible on the estate tax return.
• C)There is a limitation of $100,000 on the charitable contribution deduction for estate tax purposes.
• D)All of the above are false.

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