Did the Bank Properly Dishonor the Check to Rhea

Multiple Choice

Did the bank properly dishonor the check to Rhea?

A) Yes, because it was Rhea's responsibility to notify the bank that Jerome had died.
B) No, the bank is responsible for the check because Jerome died.
C) Yes, because Rhea's check was presented for payment after Jerome died, thus the check is nonpayable.
D) No, the funds must be paid to Rhea by the bank, regardless of whether or not Jerome died.
E) The bank bears no responsibility when the customer dies.