Ways that a Roth IRA differs from a traditional IRA include initial investment and earnings can be withdrawn tax-free. Roth IRA contributions can be made past age 59½. Roth IRAs are never subject to minimum distribution rules. a and b. a and c.
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Step 1: Initial investment and earnings can be withdrawn tax-free in a Roth IRA, whereas in a traditional IRA, withdrawals are taxed as ordinary income. Show more…
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