Property Ownership
In Tennessee, which of the following best describes a 'tenancy in common'?
AEach co-owner has equal and undivided interests with right of survivorship
BCo-ownership where each owner holds an undivided interest that may be unequal, with no right of survivorship✓ Correct
COwnership by a married couple with special protections
DTemporary co-ownership that automatically ends after 10 years
Explanation
Tenancy in common is a form of co-ownership where each owner holds an undivided interest in the property. Interests need not be equal, and there is no right of survivorship — each owner's share passes to their heirs.
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