The Roz Trust Has Distributable Net Income (DNI)for the Year

question 16

Multiple Choice

The Roz Trust has distributable net income (DNI) for the year of $100,000 and no income from tax-exempt sources.Under the terms of the trust instrument,the trustee must distribute $80,000 to Roger and $80,000 to Sally.After paying these amounts,the trustee is empowered to make additional distributions at its discretion.Exercising this authority,the trustee distributes an additional $20,000 to Roger and $20,000 to Sally.How much gross income from the trust must Roger recognize?

• A)$100,000.
• B)$80,000.
• C)$50,000.
• D)$20,000.

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Definitions:

Bonus

Additional compensation given to employees or stakeholders beyond the standard payment expectations.

Ownership Interest

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Capital Balances

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Profit Sharing

A company policy of distributing a portion of its profits to its employees as a form of bonus or incentive.