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Practice question: Property Regimes

Multiple Choice Medium

Practice question

Future spouses validly choose complete separation in a written signed premarital settlement satisfying the applicable requirements, then marry in 2026. A relative says Article 75 always forces absolute community despite any valid choice. Which answer is correct?
  1. The relative’s preference always controls
  2. Every settlement is irrelevant
  3. The valid chosen regime governs within the Code’s limits; absolute community is not compulsory in every marriage
  4. The wedding invitation automatically voids the choice
  5. A tax return selects the regime

Legal references

  • Family Code Articles 74-77: https://lawphil.net/executive/execord/eo1987/eo_209_1987.html

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