The IHT rate is reduced to 36% if what condition is met?

• A. 10% or more of the net estate is left to charity
• B. 5% or more
• C. 20% or more
• D. 0% to charity

Answer: (A)

The concept here is how charitable giving affects Inheritance Tax. If a qualifying charity receives at least 10% of the net estate, the rate on the remaining non-charitable part is reduced from 40% to 36%. This relief rewards giving to charity and lowers the overall IHT payable. So the correct condition is that 10% or more of the net estate is left to charity. Smaller percentages or no charity gift don’t trigger the reduction.