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Legal Terms & Definitions

In the booklet, an "administrator" is:

A

A person appointed by the court to manage the estate of a deceased person who left no will.

B

A person designated by a county clerk to authenticate notarial signatures.

C

A witness who proves the execution of a conveyance.

D

A notary who stores electronic records for ten years.

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Correct Answer

A. A person appointed by the court to manage the estate of a deceased person who left no will.

AI Explanation

This is a straight definition question from "Definitions and General Terms." The booklet defines an administrator as a person appointed by the court to manage the estate of a deceased person who left no will. Not to be confused with an executor, who acts under a will rather than because no will exists.

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