American College Exam HS330 Topic 1 Question 67 Discussion

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Question #: 67
Topic #: 1

A married man died intestate, in addition to his wife, he was survived by two minor children and both his parents. Which of the following statements describes the typical intestate distribution in this situation?

AThe widow receives at least one-third of the estate and the children divide the remainder of the estate equally.

BThe widow receives one-third of the estate and the remainder is divided equally among the two children and the parents of the decedent.

CThe widow receives the entire probate estate as trustee for the benefit of the two minor children.

DThe widow receives half the estate and the remaining halt is divided equally between the decedent's parents.

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Suggested Answer: A

by Joni at Mar 20, 2023, 11:08 AM

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Ettie

2 days ago

Option B seems the most logical, as the widow typically gets a share and the children and parents also get a portion of the estate.

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Ozell

21 days ago

I'm not sure, but I think C makes the most sense.

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Ocie

22 days ago

I disagree, I believe the correct answer is B.

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Regenia

24 days ago

I think the answer is A.

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