What is the difference between an estate and an inheritance tax?

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An inheritance tax is one that is paid by the beneficiaries who are inheriting the property. An estate tax is paid by the estate based upon the amount of assets in the estate. In states with inheritance taxes, the inheritance tax would be in addition to the estate tax.

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a. true b. false

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