Problem
The following diagram (The chart is posted in course content) shows the interest each descendant would receive in Howard's estate. All descendants are living except as noted.
i. Is the distribution method per capita, per capita with representation or per stirpes?
ii. Explain how the shares of Abel and Barb are determined.
iii. Eli, Fred, and Gary do not receive an interest. Why not? Explain.
iv. Explain the calculation of the shares of Kathy and Lee.
v. If Debbie was married, would her surviving husband receive an interest? Explain.