A
One named in a will to carry out the provisions of the will.
B
A person appointed by the court to manage an estate when there is no will.
C
A person who makes oath to a written statement.
D
A notary's corporate employer.
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Correct Answer
A. One named in a will to carry out the provisions of the will.
Detailed Explanation
The booklet defines an executor as one named in a will to carry out the will's provisions. Not to be confused with an administrator, who is typically appointed by the court when a decedent left no will, or with a deponent, who makes oath to a written statement.
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