Property Ownership
A West Virginia property owner who holds a 'fee simple absolute' estate owns:
AProperty subject to conditions that could cause loss of title
BThe most complete form of ownership with the right to use, sell, lease, or devise the property✓ Correct
CA life estate limited to their lifetime
DA leasehold interest for a fixed term
Explanation
Fee simple absolute is the highest form of property ownership recognized in West Virginia. The owner has the right to use, sell, mortgage, lease, or give away the property and can devise it to heirs without condition.
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