A bequeaths a sum of money "to buy a horse for B", and also bequeaths to B "a horse". A owns no…
Illustration (vi) to section 142 holds that "These bequests are not specific". Neither gift points to a specified part of A's property distinguished from the rest; the…
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A bequeaths a sum of money "to buy a horse for B", and also bequeaths to B "a horse". A owns no particular horse referred to in the will. Are these legacies specific?
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Correct answer D
Illustration (vi) to section 142 holds that "These bequests are not specific". Neither gift points to a specified part of A's property distinguished from the rest; the executor can satisfy them out of the general estate. Contrast "my gold chain" in Illustration (i), which identifies an article A owns.