Question

When would power of attorney be needed?

a.when someone dies unexpectedly
b.when a person is unable to manage their affairs
c.when someone dies but there is no will and the estate must be managed
d.when a living will is not in place and beneficiaries must be named

Answer 1

The answer is B when a person is unable to manage their affairs

Answer 2

A power of attorney, or letter of attorney, is a written document that authorizes someone (agent) to represent or act on another's behalf (principal or grantor) in business or some legal matter.

Therefore, the correct answer is B:

A power of attorney would be needed when a person is unable to manage their affairs.