Which of the Following Concepts Refers to the Historical Practice

question 51

Multiple Choice

Which of the following concepts refers to the historical practice in England of passing on property to only the first-born male descendant?

• A)the law of the estates
• B)the law of meritocracy
• C)the law of status consistency
• D)the law of primogeniture

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