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Which ONE of the following statements regarding the dissolution of a civil marriage by the death of one of the spouses is CORRECT?

If a civil marriage out of community of property is terminated by the death of one of the spouses, the antenuptial contract is automatically terminated.

If a surviving spouse in a civil marriage has a claim for maintenance from the estate of his or her deceased spouse, the claim must be proved and disposed of in terms of the Administration of Estates Act.

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The surviving spouse in a civil marriage may claim maintenance from the estate of his or her deceased spouse if the death occurred after 1 December 2000.

If a civil marriage in community of property is terminated by the death of one of the spouses, the surviving spouse pays all the debts owed by the joint estate and claims all debts owed to the joint estate.

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