Charlene Drafted a Will in 1992 Stating as Follows: "I

question 14

Essay

Charlene drafted a will in 1992 stating as follows: "I hereby leave my 80-acre farm to Arthur, my pure-bred golden retriever to Brian, and $20,000 each to Dana and Ellen." In 1997, Charlene sold her farm and in 1998 her dog died.Charlene died in 2004 without having changed her will and with $15,000 in the bank.If there are no administrative costs or bills to be paid by the estate, what amount will Arthur, Brian, Dana, and Ellen receive under the will?

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