How is the inheritance of a deceased man divided between his wife, his two minor children, and his parents?
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In the event of a man's death, leaving behind his parents, wife, and two sons, the inheritance is divided as follows: Each parent receives one-sixth due to the presence of offspring. The wife receives one-eighth due to the presence of offspring. The remaining portion is divided equally between the two sons, with the male receiving the share of two females.
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