Gary writes a check drawn on Hillside Bank for $400 "payable to Ian" on May 1. Gary dies on May 3. Ian presents the check to the bank on May 5. Unaware of Gary's death, the bank
A) must certify the check.
B) may pay the check.
C) must consult with Gary's heirs before paying the check.
D) can do nothing until Ian claims an interest in the account.

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The bank may pay the check because it was presented within 10 days of Gary's death, and the bank was unaware of his death.

Gary Writes a Check Drawn on Hillside Bank for $400