David and Rebecca have been talking about getting married. In June 2014, David

pops the question and gives Rebecca a $30,000 engagement ring. They marry in October

of 2015 at which time David transfers $100,000 into Rebeccas checking account. What

is the value of Davids marital deduction for gift tax purposes in year 2015?

A. $ 14,000

B. $ 86,000

C. $ 100,000

D. $ 116,000

Bill and Joanne Ames have a child, John, who has Autism. John has never worked

and his parents have asked your assistance in applying for social security benefits now

that John has turned 18 years old. For income purposes you tell them to apply for which

of the following programs?

A. Medicaid

B. Medicare

C. Supplemental Security Income (SSI)- Title XVI

D. Social Security Retirement Benefits (SSA)- Title II, 42 U.S.C. Sec 402 to 431