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Dora, Ed, and Fran are co-sureties of Glen's debt to Hi-Credit Company. Dora pays Glen's entire debt. Dora's right to seek proportionate payments from Ed and Fran is the right ofa. contribution.
b. redemption.
c. reimbursement.
d. subrogation.
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