Property Ownership (alternative)
In Maryland, the 'Right of Survivorship' in joint tenancy means that upon one co-owner's death:
AThe deceased's share passes through probate
BThe surviving joint tenant(s) automatically take the deceased's share outside of probate✓ Correct
CThe property must be sold and proceeds divided
DThe state inherits the deceased's share
Explanation
Right of survivorship is the hallmark of joint tenancy — the deceased co-owner's share passes automatically to the surviving joint tenant(s) without probate.
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