Emmett has two children, Frank and Gene, both of whom predecease Emmett. Frank is survived by his daughter Heidi. Gene is survived by his sons Ike and Jake. On Emmett's death, if the distribution of his estate is per stirpes, Heidi will receive
A) everything.
B) nothing.
C) one-half.
D) one-third.

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In a per stirpes distribution, the estate is divided into branches of the family. Since Frank and Gene are both deceased, their shares pass to their descendants. Frank's share goes to his daughter Heidi, and Gene's share is divided between his sons Ike and Jake. Thus, Heidi receives one-half of the estate.

Emmett Has Two Children, Frank and Gene, Both of Whom