If after paying debts and expenses, the estate principal is not adequate to satisfy the various legacies, the legacies are satisfied to whatever extent possible through the:

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

When the estate principal is not adequate to satisfy the various legacies, the abatement process is used. Abatement is the process of reducing or cutting back on legacies proportionally to make up for the deficit. This is usually done according to priorities set forth by law or the deceased's will.

If After Paying Debts and Expenses, the Estate Principal Is