Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)
1. A parent can create a power of attorney which gives the grandparents the authority to make medical decisions for the grandchildren.
2. The doctrine of equitable adoption, as devised by courts of equity, recognizes the child as an heir of the parent(s) in very limited circumstances.
3. It is estimated that about one-half of the children born in the U.S. will live with a stepparent before they reach majority.
4. Stepchildren have the right of inheritance when a stepparent dies if they were raised by the stepparent.
5. Grandchildren may not inherit from their grandparents and a will clause leaving them a gift is invalid.
1. T
2. T
3. F
4. F
5. F
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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