Property Ownership
In Oregon, what is the primary distinction between a 'fee simple defeasible' estate and a 'fee simple absolute' estate?
AFee simple defeasible cannot be transferred to heirs
BFee simple defeasible may be lost if a condition is violated✓ Correct
CFee simple absolute has a limited duration
DFee simple absolute cannot be mortgaged
Explanation
A fee simple absolute is the most complete form of ownership with no restrictions. A fee simple defeasible (either determinable or subject to condition subsequent) may be terminated or lost if specified conditions are violated or occur.
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