Asked by Reysi Mizrahi on May 21, 2024

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Djenabah has an insurance policy that requires her vehicle to be properly maintained.If she is in an accident,the insurance company will only pay if the brake efficiency is over 60%.Unfortunately,Djenabah was in an accident.She was driving at a speed of 32 mph on a road that had a drag factor of 0.81.The insurance company's investigator measured three skid mark lengths of 70 ft,72 ft,and 74 ft.Will the insurance company pay Djenabah's claim?

Brake Efficiency

A measure of how effectively a vehicle's braking system converts the driver's input into stopping power.

Insurance Policy

A contract between an individual or entity and an insurance company, detailing the terms for the payment of claims by the insurer to the insured.

Skid Mark

A mark that a tire leaves on the road when it is in a locked mode, that is, when the tire is not turning, but the car is continuing to move.

  • Comprehend and employ the principles of insurance premiums and discounts.
  • Analyze scenarios involving decision-making in driving situations to prevent accidents.
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Michaela FarrellMay 28, 2024
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  Djenabah's insurance company will not pay for her claim because she failed to maintain her according to the company's safety standards. Djenabah's insurance company will not pay for her claim because she failed to maintain her according to the company's safety standards.