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For 11 years, Taylor used an unfenced mountain cabin each summer and fall, stored tools there year-round, excluded others, and never had the owner's permission. In that area, cabins are commonly occupied only during the accessible seasons because winter roads close. In a state with a 10-year adverse possession period, which statement is most accurate?

Correct Answer

D) Taylor may still satisfy continuity because continuity is judged by the property's normal use

Continuity in adverse possession is measured in light of the property's nature and the way owners ordinarily use similar property. Seasonal but regular occupation of a mountain cabin can satisfy continuity when that pattern matches the normal use of the property.

Answer Options
A
Taylor succeeds only if the owner died intestate before the 10-year period ended
B
Taylor fails automatically because continuous possession means living there every day
C
Taylor fails because adverse possession requires monthly rent to be paid to the owner
D
Taylor may still satisfy continuity because continuity is judged by the property's normal use

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