Which of the following transfers is subject to the gift tax?

A. Lance purchases land, titling it in the names of Lance and Sheryl, joint owners.
B. Frank gives $30,000 to a lobbying group promoting stricter environmental regulations.
C. Matilda contributes $5,000 to a Senate candidate's political organization.
D. Julia establishes a trust benefiting her nieces and nephews. Julia will determine the amount of any distributions made.


Answer: A

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