During the year, Simon made the following payments, · $16,000 to a qualified political party · $30,000 to a local hospital for his mother's recent operation · $15,000 to his favorite qualified charity What is the gross amount that Simon must report on his gift tax return (Form 709)?a.$35,000b.$30,000c.$50,000d.Simon does not have to file a gift tax return for the year
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During the year, Simon made the following payments, · 30,000 to a local hospital for his mother's recent operation · 35,000b.50,000d.Simon does not have to file a gift tax return for the year
Solution
The gross amount that Simon must report on his gift tax return (Form 709) is 30,000 given to the local hospital for his mother's recent operation is considered a gift. The 15,000 to his favorite qualified charity is deductible as a charitable contribution. Therefore, the correct answer is b. $30,000.
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