Emmett has two children, Franklin and Genevieve, both of whom predecease Emmett. Franklin is survived by his daughter Hermione. Genevieve is survived by her sons Ishmael and Joshua. On Emmett's death, if the distribution of his estate is per stirpes , Hermione will receive
A)everything.
B)nothing.
C)one-half.
D)one-third.

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In a per stirpes distribution, each branch of the family inherits an equal share. Since Emmett had two children, Franklin and Genevieve, their branches would each receive half of the estate. Hermione, being Franklin's only surviving descendant, would inherit his entire half.

Emmett Has Two Children, Franklin and Genevieve, Both of Whom