JAMB Commerce 2013 Question 15

Question 15

Insurance

Name | Insured Amount (₦) | Actual Value (₦) | Actual Loss (₦)
Mr. N | 25,000 | 100,000 | 30,000
Mr. R | 30,000 | 120,000 | 40,000
Mr. P | 40,000 | 150,000 | 50,000
If Mr. N takes a fire insurance policy with average clause, his compensation will be

  1. A.₦5,000.
  2. B.₦7,500.
  3. C.₦70,000.
  4. D.₦75,000.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (₦7,500.)

Explanation

Under average, pay = insured amount ÷ actual value × loss = 25 000/100 000 × 30 000 = ₦7 500.