The Share a Surviving Spouse May Choose to Take in the Estate

question 25

Multiple Choice

The share a surviving spouse may choose to take in the estate of a deceased spouse is known as the

• A) dower.
• B) curtesy.
• C) homestead exemption.
• D) forced share.

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Definitions:

Beta of the Portfolio

An assessment of a portfolio's volatility or inherent risk, relative to the overall market.

Required Return

The minimum annual percentage earned by an investment that will entice individuals or companies to put their money into it.

Risk-free Rate

The return on an investment with zero risk; typically represented by the yield on government bonds.

Risk Characteristics

Features that define the vulnerability of an investment's return, including volatility, market risk, and credit risk.