LU 5 ML LIABILITY FOR FUNERAL EXPENSES AND CREMATION

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According to the notes, what is the primary responsibility of the estate?

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To pay the reasonable and necessary expenses involved with disposing of the body

Front

What happens if a funeral bill is challenged as being unreasonable and the court agrees?

Back

The assets of the estate will not be used to pay it.

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What is a preferential claim against the estate?

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A claim that must be paid before all others

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What is the significance of the rights of creditors in determining funeral bill reasonableness?

Back

They influence the court's decision.

Front

Does the person who requests a funeral director automatically become liable for the funeral bill?

Back

No, not automatically

Front

What is the significance of the decedent’s religion in funeral arrangements?

Back

It is a primary consideration

Front

Which statement is true about cremation trends? Options: The number of cremations is decreasing, Many religions prohibit cremation, Cremation is a more expensive method of disposition, The number of cremations is steadily growing

Back

The number of cremations is steadily growing

Front

What is the most serious misdeed a funeral home can commit? Options: Overcharging for services, Cremating the wrong body, Losing the cremains, Failing to provide a death certificate

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Cremating the wrong body

Front

What is the role of the signer when a title is used in a funeral contract?

Back

They sign on behalf of the entity

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What should you ensure when visiting a crematory facility?

Back

They run a good operation.