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How is inheritance calculated if the deceased left behind six sons, one full brother, four daughters, and two wives?

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If the heirs are limited to two wives, sons, and daughters, the two wives inherit one-eighth due to the presence of a lineal descendant, and the remainder goes to the sons and daughters, with the male receiving the share of two females. The full brother does not inherit because he is excluded by the presence of a male lineal descendant. The inheritance is divided into 128 shares: the two wives receive 16 shares (8 for each), each son receives 14 shares, and each daughter receives 7 shares. It is advisable to refer inheritance matters to the Sharia courts to verify the existence of wills, debts, or other rights before distribution.

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