Directions: Choose the term that matches the description. The devolution of property on the death of its owner to other persons.
Question and options
Directions: Choose the term that matches the description.
The devolution of property on the death of its owner to other persons.
- Appropriation
- Transfer
- Inheritance
- Possession
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C - Inheritance
Inheritance is the passing (devolution) of property on its owner's death to the heirs. A transfer is generally an act of living persons, possession is mere physical control, and appropriation is taking property for a particular use.
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