Assuming That a Deceased Patient Had a Will, Who Is

question 20

Multiple Choice

Assuming that a deceased patient had a will, who is responsible to pay outstanding obligations of that patient?

• A) The probate court
• B) The spouse or next of kin
• C) The patient's bank or financial institution
• D) The executor or administrator named in the will

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