Faye executes a will in which Gail is appointed to execute the will. After Faye dies, Gail lacks the capacity to serve, and a court appoints Holly to handle the probate of Faye's estate. In this situation, Gail is the
A) decedent.
B) executor.
C) administrator.
D) beneficiary.

Question

Faye executes a will in which Gail is appointed to execute the will.  After Faye dies, Gail lacks the capacity to serve, and a court appoints Holly to handle the probate of Faye's estate.  In this situation, Gail is the
A) decedent.
B) executor.
C) administrator.
D) beneficiary.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Gail is the executor because she was appointed to execute the will by Faye. However, she lacks the capacity to serve, so a court appoints Holly to handle the probate of Faye's estate.

Faye Executes a Will in Which Gail Is Appointed to Execute