The requirement that a testator must be of sound mind and legal age is known as:
A) testamentary intent.
B) restrictive intent.
C) restrictive capacity.
D) testamentary capacity.

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The requirement that a testator must be of sound mind and legal age is known as testamentary capacity, which is the ability of a person to make a valid will. This requires that the person must have sufficient mental capacity to understand the nature and extent of their property, and the relationships between the people affected by their will. It also requires that the person must be of legal age, which means they must be at least 18 years old (in most jurisdictions). A and B are incorrect because they do not refer to the specific requirement of mental capacity and age, while C is not a recognized term in wills and estates law.

The Requirement That a Testator Must Be of Sound Mind