Asked by Katherine Marshall on Jun 07, 2024
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What is an amendment of a will called?
A) Bequest
B) Residuary
C) Advance directive
D) Codicil
Codicil
An addition or supplement that explains, modifies, or revokes a will or part of a will.
Amendment
A formal change or addition made to a legal document or piece of legislation.
Advance Directive
A legal document specifying a person's wishes regarding medical treatment in circumstances where they are no longer able to make decisions.
- Identify key legal documents and amendments in estate planning, such as codicils and living trusts.
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Jordan CampbellJun 08, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
A codicil is an amendment of a will.If a person wants to change a provision of a will without making an entirely new will,she may amend the will by executing a codicil.
Learning Objectives
- Identify key legal documents and amendments in estate planning, such as codicils and living trusts.