Property Ownership

A Wyoming property subject to a 'right of way' easement for a state highway has:

AHad its ownership transferred to the state
BAn encumbrance that gives the state the right to use a portion of the property for highway purposes✓ Correct
CA revocable license for state use that can be terminated by the owner
DNo practical limitation on the owner's use of the entire property

Explanation

A right-of-way easement gives the government or utility the right to use a portion of the property for a specific purpose (highway, power line, etc.). The property owner retains title but the easement encumbers the property and limits use of the easement area.

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