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A transfer of real property by virtue of the provisions in a will. Contrast with descent, which is a transfer by virtue of statutory provisions controlling ownership of real estate when one dies without a will.

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I wish to thank Laurie Wallace, OTR/L and Lois Longwell, LCSW for their expertise in devising strategies to promote function.

Higher education and cognitive disability: adaptive strategies

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