The probate court has the right to hear cases concerning wills and estates. Which kind of jurisdiction is this?
1. Personal
2. Concurrent
3. Subject matter
4. Federal
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Rationale: Subject matter jurisdiction refers to the court's competency to hear and determine a given case within a particular class of cases. Personal jurisdiction is the power given to the court regarding a particular person. Concurrent jurisdiction occurs when one or more courts are qualified to hear disputes. Federal jurisdiction hears cases that involve federal laws.
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