Property Ownership
Under Washington community property law, which of the following assets acquired during marriage is considered separate property?
AWages earned by either spouse during marriage
BA gift received by one spouse from a third party✓ Correct
CA business started by one spouse during the marriage
DInterest earned on a joint bank account
Explanation
Under Washington community property law (RCW 26.16), gifts and inheritances received by one spouse during marriage remain that spouse's separate property, even if received during the marriage.
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