Ownership is held in ________ when all the rights of ownership in a particular piece of property are held by one person.
A) severalty
B) tenancy
C) defiance
D) accession

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Ownership in severalty, also known as sole ownership, is when all of the legal rights of ownership are held by a single individual or entity. This means that the owner has complete control over the property and can make decisions regarding its use, transfer, or disposal without the need for the consent of anyone else. The other options (B) tenancy, (C) defiance, and (D) accession do not accurately describe the concept of ownership in severalty.

Ownership Is Held in ________ When All the Rights of Ownership