Chapter 1, Problem 5SYPS

Which of the following are CORRECT regarding the execution requirements for witnesses of a valid last will and testament? State law controls whether witnesses are necessary, and if so, how many A purpose of witness signatures is to attest to the testator's testamentary capacity. A purpose of witness signatures is to attest to the testator's signature. The witnesses must be the fiduciaries appointed in the last will and testament.     A) II and III     B) I, II, III, and IV     C) I, II, and III     D) I and IV

The following is an example of a Citator which provides details of how later cases or rulings have dealt with a case of interest in their decisions:  a. CCH Citator b. Shepard's Citator c. The Federal Reporter d. all of the above.

Which of the following statements are correct regarding the purpose and characteristics of a nuncupative will? A nuncupative will is one whose material provisions are written entirely in the testator's handwriting. A nuncupative will requires at least one witness. State law may limit the types and amounts of property that may be distributed by this form of will. This form of will is recognized in most states.   A)I and II   B)I, II, and IV   C)III and IV   D)II and III