Asked by Kaylan Hager on Jul 07, 2024
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In which of the following situations will the insured be able to collect the entire amount of the insurance claimed?
A) Jane had a compact disc player worth $300. It was portable and it was stolen from her car. She had a house policy and a car policy, both of which provided coverage. Jane claimed $300 from each policy.
B) Joe has his house insured for $100,000 when the actual value of the house is $200,000. When it burns down, Joe claims $200,000.
C) Joe owns a house on a lot in Regina, and although the property would sell for $100,000, the value of the house is only $50,000. Joe takes out a $50,000 policy against loss to the house, which is subsequently destroyed by fire. Joe claims $50,000.
D) Joe and his wife both own a one-half interest in their house, worth $100,000. Joe took out an insurance policy in his own name for the $100,000 and the house is destroyed by fire. Joe claims the $100,000.
E) Joe takes out insurance on his neighbour's house for $50,000 because his neighbour is notoriously careless. Sure enough, the house burns down with $50,000 loss.
Insurance Claimed
The process of requesting payment based on the terms of an insurance policy.
House Policy
Internal rules or guidelines adopted by an organization or institution, governing the conduct of its members or the management of its operations.
Car Policy
A set of rules or guidelines related to the use, maintenance, and ownership responsibilities of vehicles within an organization or by an individual.
- Familiarize with the concepts ruling contracts in the realm of insurance, the procurement of claims, and the explication of ambiguous clauses for the insured’s benefit.
Verified Answer
AC
Aaniq ChaganiJul 12, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
In situation C, Joe has insured the house for its full value ($50,000) and when it is destroyed by fire, he is entitled to claim the entire amount of the insurance, as it matches the value of the loss.
Learning Objectives
- Familiarize with the concepts ruling contracts in the realm of insurance, the procurement of claims, and the explication of ambiguous clauses for the insured’s benefit.