Nicole Has a Weekend Home on Pecan Island That She

question 2164

Multiple Choice

Nicole has a weekend home on Pecan Island that she purchased in 2013 for $250,000. Recently, the home was appraised at $260,000. After the appraisal, a hurricane hit Pecan Island, severely damaging Nicole's home. The hurricane was declared a federal disaster. An appraisal placed the value of the home at $140,000 after the hurricane. Because of its prohibitive cost, Nicole had no hurricane insurance. Before any reductions or limitations, Nicole's casualty loss amount is

• A) $140,000.
• B) $120,000.
• C) $0.
• D) $10,000.

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Definitions:

Unstable External

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Stable Internal

A term describing traits, beliefs, or motivations within an individual that are consistent over time and across different situations.

Unstable Internal

Attributes or characteristics within an individual that are inconsistent and subject to change.

Incremental Mind-Set

The belief that abilities and intelligence can grow and improve over time through effort and practice.