Matt and Patricia are husband and wife and live in Oregon. In 1980 and using her funds, Patricia purchases a residence for $400,000, listing title to the property as “Matt and Patricia, joint tenants with right of survivorship.” In 2015, Matt dies first when the residence is worth $2 million. A correct statement as to these transactions is:

In 2015, Matt’s gross estate includes $1 million and a marital deduction of $1 million is allowed for estate tax purposes.

In 1980, Patricia made a gift to Matt but no marital deduction is available for gift tax purposes.

In 1980, Patricia did not make a gift to Matt.

In 2015, Matt’s estate includes nothing as to the property.

None of the above.

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