elective portion
[/ɪˈlɛktɪv ˈpɔrʃən/]
noun phrasepl: elective portions
quinhão disponível, parte elegível, porção eletiva
1. In estate law, the portion of a deceased person's estate that a surviving spouse may choose to take instead of what is provided in the will; the right to elect against the will
The widow exercised her right to claim the elective portion of her late husband's estate.
A viúva exerceu seu direito de reivindicar a quinhão disponível da herança de seu falecido marido.
2. In academic contexts, the portion of a curriculum or course load that students may choose freely from available options
Students must complete 60 credits of required courses and may use the elective portion for advanced studies.
Os alunos devem completar 60 créditos de cursos obrigatórios e podem usar a parte elegível para estudos avançados.
This term is primarily used in legal and academic contexts. In estate law, it reflects a protective mechanism for spouses in both American and Brazilian law, though the specific percentages and conditions vary by jurisdiction. In Brazil, the concept relates to the 'quinhão hereditário' and respects community property principles. In education, it reflects the flexibility given to students to customize their academic paths.
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