When someone dies, a[n] ________ chosen by the testator collects the testator's property, pays debts and taxes, and makes sure the remainder of the will is distributed.
A) Inheritance devisor
B) Inheritance regulator
C) Trustee
D) Personal representative
E) Personal devisee

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The correct term is "personal representative," which is the individual appointed by the testator (or by the court, if no executor is named in the will) to manage the estate of the deceased, including collecting assets, paying debts and taxes, and distributing the remaining assets according to the will.

When Someone Dies, A[n] ________ Chosen by the Testator Collects