What is the general purpose of a will in relation to the deceased's possessions?

A will serves as a legal document that outlines how a person's possessions and assets should be distributed after their passing. The primary purpose of creating a will is to ensure that the deceased's wishes regarding the allocation of their tangible assets, financial holdings, and personal belongings are carried out as they intended. This helps in reducing confusion and disputes among beneficiaries, providing a clear directive for the distribution of earthly possessions.

The other options relate to different aspects of dealing with death but do not align with the central function of a will in terms of asset distribution. Determining burial methods, providing for afterlife rituals, and dictating funeral arrangements fall under funeral planning or end-of-life care and are typically handled separately from the directives provided in a will. These elements may be influenced by personal beliefs or preferences but are not the primary focus of a legal will.