Instead of Inheriting Under the Terms of the Will, Surviving

question 21

Multiple Choice

Instead of inheriting under the terms of the will, surviving spouses may waive the will and take their

• A) exempt property.
• B) elective share.
• C) right of dower.
• D) right of curtesy.

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