Melvin Has an Auto Insurance Policy That Includes Both Collision

question 152

Multiple Choice

Melvin has an auto insurance policy that includes both collision and comprehensive coverage.He has a $250 deductible on his collision coverage and a $100 deductible on his comprehensive coverage.His car has a book value of $7,500 when he is in a one-car accident with a tree.The car suffers damages of $5,000.How much will Melvin's insurance company pay for this repair work?

• A)$4,750
• B)$4,900
• C)$7,400
• D)$7,250

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