The Administration of an Estate in a State in Which

question 5

Multiple Choice

The administration of an estate in a state in which a decedent owns property that is located in a place other than where the decedent was domiciled is called

• A) probate in common form.
• B) ancillary administration.
• C) informal proceedings.
• D) voluntary administration.

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Definitions:

Legal Authority

The lawful right or power to make decisions, enforce laws, or administer justice within a given jurisdiction.

Domestic Corporation

A corporation that is registered and operates in the same country in which it was incorporated, adhering to the legal and regulatory standards of that country.

Incorporated

Refers to the process of legally declaring a business as a separate legal entity, distinct from its owners, with rights to own property and sue or be sued.

Creature of the State

An entity that is created by and subject to state law, often used to describe municipalities or corporations.