Year one will with a line crossed out to X: which describes legal effect?

• A. Automatically revokes entire will
• B. It has no effect
• C. Partial revocation by physical act may be recognized
• D. Creates a new codicil

Answer: (C)

Partial revocation by physical act may be recognized. When a testator crosses out a line or clause in a will with the clear intent to delete that specific provision, the law can treat that act as revoking only that part while the rest of the will remains effective. This allows updating a will to remove a particular gift without destroying the entire document. A codicil, created as a separate instrument with proper formalities, is typically used to make deliberate changes, not simply a line-through. If the intent is unclear, the revocation may not be effective and the provision could still stand.