What Is the Rationale Behind the Principle That a Witness

question 63

Multiple Choice

What is the rationale behind the principle that a witness does not have to sign or witness the testator sign a holographic will?

• A) When the entire will is in the testator's handwriting, it lessens the chance of fraud or forgery.
• B) It is unnecessary and inconvenient to involve other parties if the will is created by the testator.
• C) The testator had ample time to consider the consequences of creating the will.
• D) The writing is better evidence of the testator's state of mind.
• E) Witnesses are required to sign and witness the testator signing a holographic will.

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Definitions:

Vivid

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Flashbulb Memory

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