Which of the Following Transactions Constitutes a Completed Gift Made

question 40

Multiple Choice

Which of the following transactions constitutes a completed gift made by Ellen, a widow, in the current year?

• A)Ellen deposits $100,000 cash and Matt deposits $5,000 cash into a joint savings account. Matt does not withdraw anything during the current year.
• B)Ellen names Larry the beneficiary of a $100,000 life insurance policy on Ellen's life. The beneficiary designation is revocable.
• C)Ellen transfers property to a revocable trust, naming the bank as trustee. The trustee must pay out all the income to Ed over Ed's lifetime, beginning next year.
• D)Ellen reimburses her granddaughter $15,000 for her tuition at medical school.

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