Jason Does Not Execute a Will Before He Dies

question 9

Multiple Choice

Jason does not execute a will before he dies. With respect his estate, the assets are distributed first to

• A)pay his debts.
• B)support his surviving spouse and children.
• C)benefit his collateral heirs.
• D)satisfy gifts to his lineal heirs.

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Definitions:

Davis-Moore Thesis

A sociological theorem that argues social stratification has beneficial consequences for the operation of society, positing that the most difficult jobs in any society are the most necessary and require the highest rewards and incentives to motivate individuals to complete them.

Stratification

The arrangement or classification of something into different groups, levels, or ranks, often used to describe the hierarchical layering of people in a society based on wealth, race, education, etc.

Bourgeoisie

The owners of the means of production.

Petite Bourgeoisie

A social class positioned between the lower middle class and the working class, often including small business owners and self-employed individuals.