Property Ownership
A 'fee simple determinable' estate in Alaska is one that:
ACan be sold without court approval
BAutomatically reverts to the grantor if a specified condition occurs✓ Correct
CPasses to the grantor's heirs upon the owner's death
DIs transferred by quitclaim deed only
Explanation
A fee simple determinable is a fee estate that automatically terminates and reverts to the grantor if a specified condition (stated in the deed) occurs. For example, 'to the City so long as the land is used for park purposes.' If used otherwise, ownership automatically reverts.
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